You may be missing out on a federal refund up to several thousand dollars because you are not aware of the Earned Income Tax Credit and other tax benefits.
Capital Area United Way and partners of the Capital Area Asset Building Coalition are engaging volunteers in providing free tax assistance, which will help many local taxpayers receive the benefits they deserve and help them to invest it in their future. Taxpayers who come to Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites can also learn about other asset-building programs, such as: Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) and financial and homebuyer education. Such programs will help leverage their refund towards financial success.
What is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)? A refundable credit for low to moderate income individuals/families. It is determined and received through federal income tax returns.
What is Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)? A FREE income tax preparation service by IRS trained volunteers for low to moderate income individuals/families.
YOU MAY QUALIFY:
If you worked in 2011, had children living with you, and earned less than $50,000.
Or did not have children living with you and earned less than $19,000.
WHERE CAN I GET FREE TAX PREPARATION?
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Sites
Call United Way 2-1-1 or 1 (877) 923-2114 for details and times per location below
or come to EITC Day or Super Tax Day
*See Frequently Asked Questions for a list of what to bring
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Day
Sat., Jan. 28, 2012
Time - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Southern University Law Center
Super Tax Day
Sat., Feb. 4, 2012
Time - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Baton Rouge Community College
VITA Site Location
Address
City
Belfair Baptist Church
4444 Fairfield Ave.
Baton Rouge
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge
1900 S. Acadian Thruway
Baton Rouge
City of Baton Rouge, Central Office
4523 Plank Rd.
Baton Rouge
City of Baton Rouge, Delmont Service Center
3535 Riley St.
Baton Rouge
City of Baton Rouge, Leo S. Butler Center
950 E. Washington St.
Baton Rouge
City of Baton Rouge, Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
4000 Gus Young Ave.
Baton Rouge
City of Baton Rouge, North Baton Rouge Community Center
2013 Central Rd.
Baton Rouge
Denham Springs Library
8101 Hwy. 190
Denham Springs
East Iberville High School
3285 Hwy. 75
Saint Gabriel
LSU VITA
Patrick Taylor Hall
Baton Rouge
Pointe Coupee VITA
812 New Roads St.
New Roads
Shiloh Baptist Church
185 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr.
Baton Rouge
Southern University Law Center
I Steptoe Dr.
Baton Rouge
St. James Parish Government
5153 Canatella St.
Convent
St. John's United Methodist Church
9375 Highland Rd.
Baton Rouge
Tri-Community Connections
4289 Winbourne Ave.
Baton Rouge
West Baton Rouge VITA
880 N. Alexander Ave.
Port Allen
White Castle VITA
55035 Cambre St.
White Castle
Frequently Asked Questions:
Are you interested in Volunteering? Click here to sign up for more information on how you can help this tax season.
How can a business get more information about these benefits for their employees? Simply call United Way at (225) 383-2643 and an associate will be in touch with you to assist.
How can I find out if I qualify?
Call United Way 2-1-1 or 1 (877) 923-2114
What do I need to bring with me?
To help accurately determine their EITC eligibility and prepare their returns, individuals should bring:
Photo proof of identification
Social Security cards for yourself, spouse and dependents or Social Security number verification letters issued by the Social Security Administration
Birth dates for all persons listed on the tax return
Wage and earning statement(s) Forms W-2, W-2G, and 1099-R, from all employers
Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
Copies of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
Bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit of refunds (voided check)
Other relevant information about income and expenses
Amounts paid for day care, if applicable and the day care provider's identifying number
