United Way Tax Assistance Program offers tax-filing help for qualifying families
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The program can provide free tax-filing services for individuals and families with incomes of as much as $64,000 annually. It is funded by the United Way and IRS-certified tax preparers.
The program aims to increase eligibility for refundable credits that can help families receive back taxes. Many people are unaware of the Earned Income Tax Credit, a federal tax credit that helps families with low and moderate incomes. The amount of the EITC depends on a person's earned income, marital status, and number of children. It can help families avoid debt, build savings, and prepare for unanticipated expenses.
Those who qualify for the program will be able to schedule an appointment with a tax-preparer, drop off tax documents with one or visit one of the 11 tax-assistance sites in Henrico, Richmond, Goochland, Chesterfield or Hanover.
The United Way Tax Assistance Program also offers online assistance at GetYourRefund.org/uwGRP.
For details about the program, visit the United Way Tax Assistance website here or email tax@yourunitedway.org.
