Be a VITA Volunteer and make a Difference

 

What is VITA?

 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA) is a vital part of helping low- income working families in San Antonio and Bexar County. VITA volunteers provide free income tax assistance to taxpayers, and help them claim important tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit.

 

Every year, hundreds of people just like YOU contribute their time and expertise to provide FREE tax preparation to thousands of individuals and families across San Antonio. 

If you have experience doing tax returns or just want to learn, and want to contribute to your community, we have the volunteer program for you, but sign up now--- space is limited!

Volunteer Benefits

· You perform a rewarding Community service

· You promote tax understanding and awareness

· You meet new people; work as a team

· You get to work with the nation’s largest volunteer program in San Antonio.

· You get free training and IRS certification

· You gain a marketable skill, expand your resume

You help San Antonio families access the more than $86 Million in unclaimed EITC each year

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Did You Know? Tax Credits for Volunteers

Volunteers in the United States can receive tax deductions from the federal government on many costs associated with volunteering, such as mileage and other travel expenses, paper, copying, convention attendance fees, parking, uniforms (if the volunteer purchases his or her own), etc. These deductions apply ONLY if you are NOT getting reimbursed for these expenses by the organization you are assisting, and you are itemizing on your tax form (not if you use the 1040 EZ form).

Please note that the information given here is for general reference only. If you have questions about your situation, please consult a tax professional, or download IRS Publication 526: Charitable Contributions for complete information on this topic. Revised in 2000, provides official guidelines on what expenses can and cannot be deducted from your taxes.

Registration

You provide direct Results!

 “ I’ll never forget the smiles and thank-you’s received. It makes up for the hours of learning”.

                                ~VITA Volunteer~

You are giving back to the Community!

“I decided to be a VITA volunteer after I got help during tough financial times. I
know every return I complete is making
a difference for a family”.

 

                               ~VITA Volunteer~