Minnesota · Education & Training Voucher (ETV)District-administered

Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota: how to apply and use for tutoring

Amount
Up to $5,000/year for eligible current and former foster youth
Eligibility
Youth ages 14–26 with foster care history residing in Minnesota. Must be enrolled or enrolling in post-secondary education or training. GED and college prep tutoring qualifies as an education cost in most states.

How to apply

  1. Step 1
    Verify eligibility

    Check the current requirements on the official Minnesota state portal and confirm your child and family qualify for Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota for this school year. Rules can change from year to year.

  2. Step 2
    Gather documents

    Prepare proof of residency, birth certificate, academic records, and any program-specific documentation.

  3. Step 3
    Youth applies with caseworker or ILP support

    The eligible youth — often with help from a caseworker or Independent Living Plan coordinator — submits the application to the state administrator of Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota. KOTY provides any provider-side documentation the program requires.

Social worker, caregiver, or educator? Request tutoring for this youth.

KOTY accepts referrals from social workers, case managers, caregivers, and child welfare agencies. We can invoice the program or agency directly.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota for online tutoring?

Yes. Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota funds cover online tutoring with certified providers. Kids on the Yard meets the program requirements and gives you the documentation you need for your application.

Does KOTY accept this program in Minnesota?

Yes. Kids on the Yard accepts all state education funding programs. We provide you with every document the program or the state may request (invoices, service descriptions, attendance records, provider credentials). The application and enrollment with the program are always submitted by the parent or guardian — talk to our educational team if you'd like more details on what documentation we provide.

When are the application deadlines?

Deadlines vary by state and enrollment window and change from year to year. Always verify current dates on the official Minnesota state portal or the program's official site. Our educational team may have internal notes, but the authoritative source is always the official site.

What subjects does the program cover?

Each program sets its own approved categories. KOTY rates are always priced within the Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota allowed range.

Can I stack this program with others?

Some states allow stacking programs (e.g., ESA + additional scholarships). Stacking rules are state-specific and change over time — verify with the official portal before enrolling.

How does KOTY invoice families using Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — Minnesota?

We know state-program approval and reimbursement can be complex. That's why we issue invoices in the cycles programs accept most smoothly — monthly, every two months, or quarterly — depending on what best fits your approval window. Each invoice includes the service description, hours, tutor credential, and the information programs typically require. If your program asks for a specific format, we adapt to it so your approval doesn't get delayed.

Do KOTY tutors meet the program's qualification requirements?

Yes. On request we provide the tutor's credentials, background-check confirmation, provider-of-record information, and any other documentation the program needs to validate the provider. If your program requires a specific certification, we confirm it up front so your enrollment goes through cleanly.

What happens if my program reimbursement is delayed?

Your child's sessions continue as scheduled. We work with many families on state programs and we know reimbursements sometimes lag — that's between you and the program, not between you and KOTY. If you need extra documentation or a different invoice format to speed up review, just ask and we'll generate it.

Can my child change subjects or frequency mid-year?

Yes. We adjust subjects, frequency, and hours across the school year. Updated invoices reflect the change so program review stays clean. Approval of any change that affects the program-funded amount is always granted by the program itself, not by KOTY.

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