Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

The annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is now accepting appointments to prepare 2023 taxes. Nigerian Center will host a VITA site beginning on February 15, 2024. Services will be available on an appointment and walk-in basis. The VITA program offers free tax preparation assistance to low- & moderate-income individuals who earn $64,000 or less per year. Preparation is done by IRS-trained volunteers who assist taxpayers in determining if they are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit & other tax credits.

Program

Contact: 202-330-0352

  • Securely upload all required documents without leaving your home.

  • IRS-Certified tax preparers are available to file your taxes for free.

  • Now preparing 2023 federal & state returns.

Required Documents

The IRS will not allow VITA to prepare taxes without required documentation.

Be prepared to provide the following to your appointment:

  •         Photo identification.

  •         Social Security cards for spouses and dependents.

  •         Wage and earning statements, including W-2 and 1099 forms.

  •         Interest and dividend statements.

  •         Health insurance exemption certificate.

  •         Bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit.

  •         Childcare statements.

  •         Health coverage statements.

  •         Copies of the prior year’s federal and state income tax returns.