We provide free tax assistance
Tax Preparation Service Options
United Way connects people to free tax preparation offerings and helps filers get the tax credits for which they are eligible.
United Way connects people to free tax preparation offerings and helps filers get the tax credits for which they are eligible.
File Online for Free at MyFreeTaxes
MyFreeTaxes helps people file their federal and state taxes for free, and it’s brought to you by United Way.
Free Tax Preparation by United Way Volunteers
United Way of Central Alabama offers free volunteer tax preparation for households with annual income of $54,000 or less.
Volunteers are the key to “free” in United Way’s Free Tax Preparation program.
Become a VITA Volunteer
We offer a variety of year-round volunteer opportunities. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. You DO NOT need to have professional experience in accounting or finance to help. If you are willing and able to learn, and want to provide valuable assistance to your community, this could be a great opportunity for you! Questions? Email us at [email protected].
See VITA Volunteer OpportunitiesAbout VITA Tax Preparation by United Way Volunteers
United Way of Central Alabama offers free volunteer tax preparation for households with annual income of $54,000 or less.
For an appointment, or to request accommodations, please call 211 or 1-888-421-1266.
See the list below for documents to bring to your appointment for intake. Your tax return will be prepared and ready for your signature in approximately one week.
What Information Do Tax Filers Need to Gather to be Ready for Tax Preparation?
United Way’s Free Tax Preparation program advises tax filers to bring (or submit online) the following documents for their tax preparation appointment:
- Social Security cards for all family members
- Driver license or non-drivers ID (spouses filing jointly must both be present)
- Last year’s federal and state tax returns
- W-2 forms
- 1099s for interest, dividends, retirement, Social Security, unemployment or self-employment
- 1095 for health insurance coverage
- Letters or documents from the IRS
- Childcare receipts – name, address, tax ID# and amount paid
- Tuition expenses and book receipts (1098T) and student-loan interest (1098E)
- Receipts for property tax, vehicle tags, charitable gifts and medical, dental and prescription-drug expenses
- Voided check or direct deposit
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