Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Free Tax Preparation

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For many families, tax time may be one of the only chances they have each year to put some money into savings, which is a critical step towards achieving financial independence. By providing asset-building resources, such as increased income through the EITC and personal asset building, TAFI helps working families to overcome barriers to long-term financial stability.

In 2009 families making a household income of less than $49,000 were able to access VITA sites all over the state and have their taxes prepared for FREE!

(Income qualifications for 2010 will be available soon).

VITA sites ensure that eligible families receive their often unclaimed Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Taxpayers can receive refunds in 7-10 days with free e-filing and direct deposit. Sites also provide free e-filing and free direct deposit. Interested individuals need only to dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the state to find a VITA site nearest them.