CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Goodwill Industries of the South Piedmont is helping people get ahead and maximize their tax returns this tax season!
Individuals or families who have an annual income of $65,000 or less may qualify for free tax assistance under the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a federal program that provides free tax assistance to those who qualify.
Starting on Saturday, Feb. 3, Goodwill will be offering this free tax service at its Wendover Road retail location. The service will be available at this location every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This free service will run through April 15, 2024.
People are encouraged to make appointments, but walk-ins are welcome on Saturdays.
“The average tax return can cost a family or individual $200, this money can be used for other expenses such as childcare, food, transportation, or other needs,” Janice Gray, director of Client Experience & Family Service at Goodwill, said in a statement. “Our partnership with Community Link helps people in our community use their earnings for other things than taxes and saves them time.”
To let us know how WCNC Charlotte can help you get ahead in 2024, email us at newstips@wcnc.com.
People can schedule an appointment for this free tax service or see if they qualify by clicking here.
If you qualify, please bring the following documents:
- Proof of identification – Picture ID
- Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents OR a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration OR Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter for you, your spouse and dependents
- Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
- Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
- Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-Misc from all employers
- Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
- A copy of last year’s federal and state returns if available
- Proof of bank account routing numbers and account numbers for Direct Deposit, such as a blank check
- Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider’s tax identifying number (the provider’s Social Security Number or the provider’s business Employer Identification Number) if appropriate
- To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.