About VITA Tax Preparation
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who are income qualified, persons with disabilities, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing tax returns. IRS-certified tax volunteers provide basic income tax return preparation with free electronic filing (e-file) to qualified individuals.
In addition to VITA, the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those who are 60 years of age and older, specializing in questions about pensions and retirement-related issues unique to seniors. The IRS-certified volunteers who provide tax counseling are often retired individuals associated with non-profit organizations that receive grants from the IRS.