NEW ORLEANS (press release) — Since its inception in 2019, Son of a Saint Scholars has awarded more than $3.4 million in scholarships to students attending tuition-based schools across Louisiana. To date, over 700 scholarships have been distributed, and both the number of recipients and the total investment in tuition support continue to rise year after year.
Designated by the Louisiana Department of Education as one of only four official Student Tuition Organizations (STOs) in the state, Son of a Saint Scholars empowers families by removing financial barriers to quality education. Through Louisiana’s Tuition Donation Credit Program, donors receive a 100 percent state tax credit for their contributions, while students receive direct tuition assistance to attend participating nonpublic schools.
The program’s growth has been fueled by the generosity of dedicated supporters. Among the top contributors over the years are Ruston and Kim Henry, Alex and Lacey Goss, Ryan and Stephanie Burks, Jeffrey Scott, and Corine Koornhof, and Window World. Their leadership and commitment, along with many others, help expand access for hundreds of students, ensuring the program’s continued success and impact…