VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is an IRS partnership program that has operated in the United States for more than 50 years, providing free tax return preparation assistance to eligible taxpayers, including people who generally earn low to moderate incomes. The program is designed to expand access to reliable, high-quality tax preparation services for those who need them most.

Program participants receive training in U.S. federal tax law and gain practical experience through hands-on exercises. After completing the required training, volunteers must pass certification tests and meet IRS certification requirements before preparing tax returns at a VITA site. This process helps ensure that volunteers have the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare accurate tax returns in accordance with IRS VITA standards.

Our school provides a structured VITA training program that combines tax law education, practical exercises, and preparation for IRS certification. Certified volunteers commit to serving during the tax filing season, providing free tax return preparation assistance to eligible taxpayers while gaining valuable practical experience and contributing to their communities.