The Home School Foundation, now known as HSLDA Compassion, helps families in financial trouble with homeschooling costs. Founded in 1994, it offers grants for curriculum, special needs, disaster relief, and more.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), approximately 3.3 million students were homeschooled in the United States as of 2023, representing roughly 6% of the school-age population. As of 2024, 12 states have enacted universal or near-universal Education Savings Account (ESA) programs, with Arizona's program alone serving over 75,000 students — making state-funded homeschooling more accessible than ever (EdChoice, 2024).
What is the home school foundation?
The Home School Foundation, now called HSLDA Compassion, is part of the Home School Legal Defense Association. It started in 1994 and is a 501(c)(3) charity. This organization gives financial help to homeschooling families in tough situations. Since it began, it has given out over 15,000 grants, totaling nearly $1 million each year. While HSLDA focuses on legal support, HSLDA Compassion provides aid like curriculum grants, special needs assistance, disaster help, and scholarships for families who can’t pay HSLDA dues.
The bottom line
HSLDA Compassion offers real financial support to homeschool families in need. If you’re paying for homeschooling on your own and struggling financially, curriculum grants can help with important educational costs. Just apply during open periods, be honest about your situation, and allow time for processing. The foundation has already helped over 15,000 families—so you might be eligible for help too.
