The VITA program is a nationwide initiative in the United States that provides free tax preparation assistance to low-to-moderate-income individuals and families. It is primarily run by volunteers who are trained to help taxpayers complete their basic tax returns. The program is sponsored by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and operates in collaboration with various community organizations, non-profits, and local government agencies.
VITA aims to ensure that eligible taxpayers take advantage of available tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child Tax Credit. By offering free tax preparation services, VITA helps individuals and families avoid the costs associated with commercial tax preparation services and ensures they receive the maximum tax benefits for which they qualify.
VITA aims to ensure that eligible taxpayers take advantage of available tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child Tax Credit. By offering free tax preparation services, VITA helps individuals and families avoid the costs associated with commercial tax preparation services and ensures they receive the maximum tax benefits for which they qualify.