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The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a national initiative of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that offers FREE tax help to low- to moderate-income ($49,000 and below for 2011) people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. IRS certified and trained volunteers, sponsored by various organizations, help prepare basic tax returns and help working families with special tax credits such as Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, and Credit for the Elderly for which they may qualify. VITA sites are generally located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, churches, schools, shopping malls, and other convenient locations. Each location also offers free electronic filing.

The Society, in partnership with the Atlanta Prosperity Campaign, provides free federal and Georgia  income tax preparation for those below the $49,000 household income threshold.

During the traditional income tax reporting season, guests are invited to have their taxes prepared free of charge. This service affords guests the ability of saving the preparation cost and ensures that all credits (such as the Earned Income Tax Credit) and other deductions that provide monetary refunds are included. These cost-saving measures can make a huge impact on households that are financially struggling

February 7-April 12, 2012

Tax Preparation Sites:

SVdP Family Support Center
2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30341

Hours Operation:
Tuesday & Thursday
4 to 8 p.m.

Call to schedule an appointment: 678-892-6160
Monday thru Friday
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SVdP Family Support Center
651 West Memorial Dr.
Dallas, GA 30312

Hours Operation:
Tuesday & Thursday
2 to 7 p.m

Call to schedule an appointment:770-443-1537
Monday thru Friday
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

 

*Don’t pay for filing, loans, or rapid refund

VITA e-filing gets your cash fast! (7-10 days)
You May be Eligible for the Following Tax Credits:

• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) up to $5,657
• Child and Dependent Care Credit
• Child Tax Credit
• Education Credit

Make sure you bring these documents with you to have your taxes prepared:

• Social Security Cards for all family members, and correct birthdates for all family members
• 2010 tax return
• All W-2’s for 2011Form 1098-Mortgage interest, property taxes
• Form 1099-DIV, G, INT, Q, R, RRB, SSA, for 2011
• Voided checking account number for direct deposit of your refund. (This is optional but gets your cash to you fast)
• A photo ID (you and your spouse, if filing jointly)
• Joint returns require both filers to be present to sign the return
• If you had child care expenses, bring the name, address, and tax ID or social security number of the care provider
• If you have educational expenses, bring the 1098-T or 1098-E