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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
If you had a household income of $57,000 in 2021, you may be eligible for free tax preparation services. In the last three years, this program put approximately $13 million back in the hands of hardworking families in Acadiana through free tax preparation assistance.
This year, most locations are appointment only due to COVID-19. Filing runs from early January 2022 to April 18, 2022.
View VITA filing locations at the bottom of this page.
Eligible individuals may also use MyFreeTaxes to file their taxes for free at home. If you make under $64,000 per year, you can file your taxes for free online using H&R Block’s easy and accurate tax preparation software. This is a great option for a variety of people, including young adults. If you have any questions while filing call the MyFreeTaxes.com helpline at 1-855-698-9435.
FAQ’s
What does VITA stand for?
Who is eligible for this free service?
What should people bring with them when meeting with the tax specialist?
- Driver’s License
- Social Security Card
- W2s and other tax documents
Do most people get a refund?
How many people took advantage of this program last year?
When it comes to tax preparation, what tips can you offer folks?
Most people do not take advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). We aggressively search for the EITC as it can garner over $6,000 extra on your refund.
Keep your refund safe this year by investing in a local Acadiana bank. Learn more about our Bank On program here.
For additional questions, please contact Nicole Phillips at nicole.phillips@unitedwayofacadiana.org or 337-233-8302 x213.