Free Income Tax Assistance

Inland Empire United Way is working with Cal State San Bernardino, Cal Poly Pomona and Union Bank of California to offer FREE tax preparation for low-income taxpayers. Trained student volunteers help prepare and file your taxes, and save you money through tax credits such as Earned Income Tax Credit (also known as EITC). Visit one of the following VITA locations in your area. No appointment necessary.  All adults on your return need to be present to sign forms.

Remember the following material when you visit the VITA site to have your taxes prepared:

• A Social Security card for each family member. There are NO exceptions to this rule.
• A valid California ID
• Voided bank check for automatic deposit (All taxes are filed electronically and can be directly deposited into your account.)
• A copy of last year’s return
• All items listed that apply to your family:
        - W-2 forms for all jobs worked in 2006
        - All 1099 forms for other income, if any
        - Child care provider name, address, and tax ID number
        - Any other tax-related documents you have received

To find other VITA locations and times, click here.

For AARP locations and times, click here.  (Serving low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and older)

 

Dial 2-1-1 to find more locations, times and other resources in the area!

Volunteers are trained to prepare basic Federal and California resident tax return for low-income and elderly taxpayers. Assistance is also available for those eligible for EITC, Education Credits, Dependent Care Credit and Child Tax Credit. VITA volunteers are NOT able to prepare tax returns for nonresidents, small business owners, owners of rental properties or those filing married separately.

Resources:

• Spread the word!
• IRS site
• Find out if you qualify for EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit)
• State of California - Franchise Tax Board