Receive Free Tax Preparation under the VITA program

DON’T PAY TO HAVE YOUR TAXES PREPARED!

Certified IRS volunteers will assist you in receiving all the tax credits you qualify for and deserve, and will NOT charge you for the service!

Let the Central Coast Community Tax Coalition provide you with FREE tax preparation services this season! From February 4th through April 7th, the Community Action Partnership, in partnership with AARP, CAPSLO, and United Way, will offer free tax help to low- to moderate-income individuals and families who qualify for the annual free tax preparation assistance program. The Federal Government, through the IRS, offers the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to working people who earn low- and moderate-income. This tax credit is designed to reduce the tax burden on these workers, and supplement their wages.

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?

If you answer yes to the questions listed below, you may be eligible to receive our free tax preparation services:

In 2011, did you receive household earnings of $50,000 or less?

In 2011, you did NOT receive rental income or self-employment income?

Services will be provided by the Community Action Partnership in Paso Robles,  San Luis Obispo and Grover Beach

Taxes are prepared by IRS certified volunteers who are trained in basic tax return preparation. Spanish speaking volunteers will be available at each site.

To set up your appointment or for more information call (805) 549-7684

What you need to bring to the appointment:

• Proof of identification
• Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents and/or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration
• Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
• Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, from all employers
• Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
• A copy of last year’s Federal and State returns if available
• Bank Routing Numbers and Account Numbers for Direct Deposit (Voided check or bank statement)
• Total paid for child or adult day care, name & address of provider, and provider's tax identifying number (the provider's Social Security Number or the provider's business Employer Identification Number)
• If you rent, bring your landlord's address and phone number, and the address of where you rented.

To file taxes electronically on a married filing joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.

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