Foundation to offer free tax return assistance

Foundation to offer free tax return assistance

The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is now accepting appointments for its newly launched Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Appointments will be available on select days from Feb. 10 through Mar. 31.

The VITA program, operated by the IRS for over 50 years, provides free tax help to qualified individuals who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. This will be the first tax season that MCCF will serve as a VITA site, with all volunteer tax preparers being locally sourced.

To qualify for the program, individuals must meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • People who generally make $67,000 or less
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Limited English-speaking taxpayers

Note that VITA services are available for current-year (2024) tax returns only.

Appointments will be one hour long, with two volunteers reviewing each return. Available appointments are limited and must be scheduled in advance.

Appointment times:

  • Mondays: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: 1–4 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 2–4 p.m.

The Foundation will also be open two Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to noon, on Feb. 15 and Mar. 15.

Items needed before your appointment:

  • Tax information, such as Forms W-2, 1099, 1098, 1095
  • Social Security cards or ITIN letters for all individuals on your tax return
  • Picture ID (such as a valid driver’s license) for you and your spouse

Individuals will also be asked to complete Form 13614-C, available here.

To schedule an appointment, contact the Foundation at (620) 245-9070. For questions, email MCCF CFO Michelle Huddle at Michelle@McPhersonFoundation.org.