Families eligible for tax benefits from the purchase of school supplies

The Minnesota Department of Revenue offers two tax benefits for families who purchase education supplies for their K-12 students: the K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction. These benefits can reduce taxes to increase refunds, but is only available for those who keep their receipts. Purchases for most school supplies, field trips, and musical instruments for school band are eligible.

Families under certain income limits may also qualify for the K-12 credit, which can refund up to 75% of their costs – even for parents who do not owe any taxes. 

Visit the Minnesota Department of Revenue website for details.