Free Tax Preparation with the Charleston Area Urban League
The Charleston Area Urban League offers free tax preparation services to those who qualify through VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). Our Tax Professionals work hard to make the process of filing your taxes simple and easy.
What is VITA?
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a program offered by the Charleston Area Urban League that offers free tax preparation for anyone who generally makes $60,000 or less, people with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation to anyone who qualifies for this service.
Call us at 843-769-8173 Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-4 pm to make an appointment
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If filing Married Filing Separate, you must provide spouse DOB and SSN to the intake person when dropping off tax documents.
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You must provide spouse and dependent SSNs and ensure each dependent NAME is the same as on the SSN CARD.
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For self-employment income, you must provide documentation of income, such as 1099-NEC, and tabulated expenses when dropping off. Volunteers will not tabulate expenses from invoices.
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Please do not call to check the status of your return, as this delays everyone’s return.
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Provide a legible phone number, clear your messages, and we will contact you. We cannot leave a message if your message box is full and making multiple attempts to contact you will delay everyone’s tax return.
Avoid Common Tax Filing Delays
Two small details account for many delayed tax returns. Check these before you file.
Give Back To Your Community By Volunteering At VITA Next Year!
If you're looking to give back to your community, but want to do it in a way that doesn't feel like work, consider volunteering at VITA next year! As a volunteer tax preparer with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, you'll be able to help those who need assistance filing their taxes and ensuring they get all of the deductions and credits they deserve.