Program Offers Free Tax Support for Households Earning Less Than $58,000

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is offering free tax assistance for those with household incomes of $58,000 or less.

The program seeks to provide “residents with valuable tax credits that can provide critical support to households,” per a Montgomery County press release.

Now through October 31, individuals can set up a virtual or in-person appointment at the Community Action Agency Office, located at 1401 Rockville Pike, Suite 320, in Rockville. Virtual appointments are held on Monday and Friday, with in-person appointments offered Tuesday through Thursday. Schedule hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Other VITA information for the program:

  • All VITA sites serve taxpayers filing with Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN). Any resident that needs help obtaining an ITIN can reach out on Thursdays.
  • Certified tax preparers complete and file taxes for free
  • Appointments are available to prepare federal and state as well as amended returns for 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021.

To request any accommodations, call 240-777-1123 or email VITA@montgomerycountymd.gov. Teletypewriter users can call Maryland Relay 711.

 

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