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Schools, churches & ministries

Work with Knoxville Edu Funding

Schools and congregations in Knox, Blount, Anderson and Sevier counties use us two ways: to meet families whose EFS or IEA question is already answered, and to think through state approval before a new school opens its doors.

Every school

Fix up your page

We already show your state record. Add prices, aid dates, pictures and the programs you accept.

EFS sign-up

Get on next year's list

Being approved and being registered are two separate things. Schools sign up for 2027-28 from mid-November 2026 through the end of April 2027.

The steps →
Church boards

Launching a school

Weigh church-school approval against a direct TDOE application or accreditation before you enroll the first family.

Start-up guide →
A small East Tennessee private school classroom with a teacher helping students at their desks

How working with us works

Listings are free. Any partner relationship is labeled where it appears, and our funding guidance does not change based on whether a school works with us.

  1. Confirm you speak for the school.
  2. List what you take: EFS, IEA, Smart Steps or none.
  3. Get referrals that say which program each family has.
  4. Optional: host a school-choice night for your congregation.

Call (865) 420-4764 or email us.

Request a partner call

Considering a school at your church?

Read the East Tennessee start-up guide, then call us.

Start the funding check →