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General Information
Description of Service
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free, confidential, and secure tax return preparation for those in need of tax assistance. People with low-to-moderate incomes, seniors, people with disabilities, and those with limited English skills usually qualify for this free service.
Location
Philadelphia
Geographical Area
Germantown, Philadelphia; PA
Intake Procedure
Walk In
Intake Requirements
- Social security card for all persons listed on tax return (includes spouse, children, other dependents)
- Valid photo ID for each taxpayer
- W-2 Forms from all employers
- All 1099s and 1098s pertaining to previous tax year (these are bank statements for interest or dividends, or pension or SSI)
- Bank routing and account information - preferably checkbook (required if client wants direct deposit of tax refund)
- If client will be claiming an exemption because they did not have health insurance for any part of 2018, must bring income information for all dependents claimed.
- Any other relevant documentation
Client Information
Eligibility
For individuals and families with an annual income of less than $55,000.
Fees or Charges
Types of Fees
Free
Availability
Hours of Operation
Monday through Wednesday 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm