WHERE CAN I GET FREE TAX PREPARATION?
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Sites
Call United Way 2-1-1 or 1 (877) 923-2114 for details and times per location below
or come to EITC Day or Super Tax Day
*See Frequently Asked Questions for a list of what to bring
Need help filing your taxes? Click here for more information and start saving.
You may be missing out on a federal refund up to several thousand dollars because you are not aware of the Earned Income Tax Credit and other tax benefits.
Capital Area United Way and partners of the Capital Area Asset Building Coalition are engaging volunteers in providing free tax assistance, which will help many local taxpayers receive the benefits they deserve and help them to invest it in their future. Taxpayers who come to Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites can also learn about other asset-building programs, such as: Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) and financial and homebuyer education. Such programs will help leverage their refund towards financial success.
What is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?
A refundable credit for low to moderate income individuals/families. It is determined and received through federal income tax returns.
What is Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)?
A FREE income tax preparation service by IRS trained volunteers for low to moderate income individuals/families.
YOU MAY QUALIFY:
If you worked in 2012, had children living with you, and earned less than $50,000.
Or did not have children living with you and earned less than $19,000.
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VITA Site Location |
Address |
City |
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Belfair Baptist Church |
4444 Fairfield Ave. |
Baton Rouge |
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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge |
1900 S. Acadian Thruway |
Baton Rouge |
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City of Baton Rouge, Central Office |
4523 Plank Rd. |
Baton Rouge |
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City of Baton Rouge, Delmont Service Center |
3535 Riley St. |
Baton Rouge |
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City of Baton Rouge, Leo S. Butler Center |
950 E. Washington St. |
Baton Rouge |
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City of Baton Rouge, North Baton Rouge Community Center |
2013 Central Rd. |
Baton Rouge |
| City of Baton Rouge, Zachary |
5736 Rollins Rd. |
Zachary |
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Denham Springs Library |
8101 Hwy. 190 |
Denham Springs |
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Family Service Center |
9794 Bains Rd |
St. Francisville |
| Livingston Parish Library |
20390 Iowa St |
Livingston |
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LSU VITA |
Facilities Management Bldg. |
Baton Rouge |
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Pointe Coupee VITA |
812 New Roads St. |
New Roads |
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Shiloh Baptist Church |
185 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr. |
Baton Rouge |
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Southern University Law Center |
I Steptoe Dr. |
Baton Rouge |
| St. Gabriel Tax Center |
1755 Hwy 30 |
St. Gabriel |
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St. James Parish Government |
5153 Canatella St. |
Convent |
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St. John's United Methodist Church |
9375 Highland Rd. |
Baton Rouge |
| St. Vincent de Paul |
220 St. Vincent de Paul Pl. |
Baton Rouge |
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West Baton Rouge VITA |
880 N. Alexander Ave. |
Port Allen |
Frequently Asked Questions:
Are you interested in Volunteering?Click here to sign up for more information on how you can help this tax season.
How can a business get more information about these benefits for their employees?
Simply call United Way at (225) 383-2643 and an associate will be in touch with you to assist.
How can I find out if I qualify?
Call United Way 2-1-1 or 1 (877) 923-2114
What do I need to bring with me?
To help accurately determine their EITC eligibility and prepare their returns, individuals should bring:
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Photo proof of identification
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Social Security cards for yourself, spouse and dependents or Social Security number verification letters issued by the Social Security Administration
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Birth dates for all persons listed on the tax return
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Wage and earning statement(s) Forms W-2, W-2G, and 1099-R, from all employers
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Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
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Copies of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
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Bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit of refunds (voided check)
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Other relevant information about income and expenses
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Amounts paid for day care, if applicable and the day care provider's identifying number
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