Taxpayer Advocate Service

Free Tax Return Preparation for Qualifying Taxpayers Locator tool: https://freetaxassistance.for.irs.gov/s/sitelocator The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs provide complimentary basic tax return preparation for eligible individuals. The VITA initiative has been in operation for over 50 years, assisting individuals who typically earn $69,000 or less, those with disabilities, and taxpayers with limited English proficiency needing help with their tax returns. Additionally, the TCE program focuses on offering free tax assistance to seniors aged 60 and above, addressing inquiries related to pensions and retirement issues. Although the IRS oversees the VITA and TCE programs, the sites are run by IRS partners and staffed by volunteers dedicated to supporting their communities. The volunteers, often retired and affiliated with non-profit organizations funded by the IRS, are certified to provide tax counseling.