Tax Credit Info

Help Support the Arts: Arizona Educational Tax Credit Information

Reduce your Arizona State Taxes and support the Arts with an Arizona Educational Tax Credit Donation

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Think about it, if only 50 people donate $250 each, Mountain Pointe Academy of Visual and Performing Arts will benefit $12,500 this year!

  1. Fill out the form by clicking on the attachment at the bottom of this page.

  2. Write a check for up to $200 for single individuals (or head of household) or $400 for married couples filing a joint return ($200 if married filing separately), made out to Mountain Pointe High School

  3. Mail completed form and payment to:

    1. Mountain Pointe High School

    2. ATT: Bookstore

    3. 4201 East Knox Road

    4. Phoenix, AZ 85044

      1. (All checks should be made payable to MPHS - write in the memo space”Photo Club") the specified club will get the entire amount.

  4. Receive a receipt in the mail from the Tempe Union High School District

  5. When you prepare your state taxes, include form 322: Credit for Fees Paid to Public Schools. This allows you to subtract the entire amount of your donation from the state taxes you owe!

  6. Claim the donation on your IRS Schedule A!

One credit of $200 is allowed for each single taxpayer (or head of household) or $400 for married couples filing a joint return ($200 if married filing separately). Credits may be used only to the extent that they reduce state tax liability to zero. However, if you have extra credit left over, you can carry it forward for up to five years. You don't have to have a child in school to claim the credit. The school must use the money for extracurricular activities, such as after school clubs, field trips, or science laboratory equipment.

The Mountain Pointe Academy of Visual and Performing Arts has a fundraising goal of $12,500 this year. This goal is a reflection of what it will take for Mountain Pointe Academy of Visual and Performing Arts to move forward with the program. With your help, we know we can continue to offer quality art opportunities to our student body.

  • By making a contribution to the Mountain Pointe Academy of Visual and Performing Arts you increase educational opportunities for students in the Tempe Union High School District and receive an equal credit (100% of your contribution) on your Arizona State Income Tax.

  • For more information TUHSD Hotline at: (480)-345-3716 or email any member of the Mountain Pointe Academy of Visual and Performing Arts or call the Department of Revenue at (800) 352-4090.

Be certain to make your contribution before December 31st to receive credit for this year’s state taxes.