Agape Education Foundation operates as a registered DBA of A3Athletics, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations, grants, and contributions to Agape Education Foundation are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
Organization Information
What 501(c)(3) Status Means for Donors and Partners
A3Athletics holds IRS-confirmed 501(c)(3) public charity status. This means:
| Contribution Type | Tax Deductible? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual cash donations | ✓ Yes | Deductible up to 60% of AGI for cash contributions |
| Corporate grants and gifts | ✓ Yes | Deductible as a charitable business expense |
| Foundation grants | ✓ Yes | Eligible for grant funding from private and community foundations |
| In-kind donations | ✓ Yes | Fair market value deductible; documentation required |
| Federal tax credit programs | ✓ Yes | AEF's nonprofit status enables IRS direct pay on applicable tax credits |
Always consult a qualified tax advisor regarding your specific circumstances. Deductibility is subject to IRS limitations and individual financial situations.
IRS Direct Pay Eligibility
One of the most significant advantages of AEF's 501(c)(3) status is eligibility for IRS direct pay under the Inflation Reduction Act. This allows AEF to receive direct cash payments for applicable federal tax credits — including the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar energy, the Section 30C credit for EV charging infrastructure, and others — rather than selling credits to investors at a discount.
This is a substantial competitive advantage in community development. For-profit developers cannot access direct pay. AEF can — and we structure every project to maximize it.
Grant Eligibility
AEF's 501(c)(3) status makes the organization eligible for funding from a wide range of sources that are unavailable to for-profit developers, including:
- Federal grant programs (EDA, NEH, IMLS, DOL, HUD CDBG, and more)
- Private foundations (Ford, Mellon, Knight, Kresge, Lilly Endowment, and others)
- Community foundations and regional funders
- Corporate foundation grants and ESG-aligned giving programs
- State and local government grant programs restricted to nonprofits
- New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation — available to nonprofit Community Development Entities
Verification
You can independently verify A3Athletics' 501(c)(3) status through the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search tool at apps.irs.gov/app/eos/. Search for A3Athletics.
For funding applications, grant proposals, or partnership agreements requiring a copy of the IRS determination letter, please contact us directly:
Agape Education Foundation
rfpresponses@agapeeducationnwi.org
219-202-5772
We will provide documentation within 2 business days of request.