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Tax Assistances

📢 Attention Le Grand High School Students and Families! 📢
 
Navigating tax season can be daunting, but we're here to help you find the right resources! Whether you're a student or a family member, take advantage of FREE income tax filing assistance and support services offered by United Way Merced who's helping undocumented individuals complete the application for ITIN numbers for FREE.
 
✅ CalEITC Tax Credits: Maximize your tax benefits with CalEITC Tax Credits. The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) and the Young Child Tax Credit are state tax credits for working Californians. If you qualify, you may see a reduced tax bill or a bigger refund.
 
✅ Free Taxes Merced: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is an IRS-sponsored program that provides qualified individuals free basic tax return preparation.  The VITA program has operated for over 50 years. VITA sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their tax returns, including:
  • People who generally make $58,000 or less
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Limited English-speaking taxpayers
 
Don't let tax season stress you out! Reach out to us for assistance or visit our website for more information. United Way Merced is dedicated to supporting you and your family through tax season and beyond.