How to File Taxes if You’re Experiencing Homelessness
Filing taxes can be a complicated process, especially if you are experiencing housing instability or homelessness. If you have lost your tax documents, don’t...
Read more →What to know about VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
Today is VITA Awareness Day. Each year, thousands of IRS certified volunteers share their time and expertise at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites...
Read more →How to calculate earned income for the ‘Lookback’ rule
This year, to support economic relief from the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed a new ‘lookback rule’ which means if you earned less in 2020,...
Read more →New ‘Lookback rule’ may help you qualify for a larger tax refund
This year, to support economic relief from the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed a new ‘lookback rule’ which means if you earned less in 2020,...
Read more →Filing Taxes if You Are Currently Incarcerated or Re-entering Society
Re-entering society can be a challenging time. Filing taxes may add to that complexity. Here’s what you need to know about filing taxes if...
Read more →Five Benefits of VITA and VITA Volunteers
Each year, thousands of IRS certified volunteers offer their time and expertise at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites across the country to help...
Read more →COVID-19 Tax Resources
With the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, taxes may not be at the top of your mind. Even if they are, you may not want to...
Read more →Detroit Census Campaign: Using VITA sites to increase Census Participation
The City of Detroit, in coordination with over 300 partner organizations, has implemented a robust outreach and communication strategy to inform Detroiters about the...
Read more →Using Colleges to Expand Free Tax Preparation Outreach
Colleges and universities can be valuable partners for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and tax credit outreach efforts. However, college campuses are more than...
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