How much funding does Virginia CASH Campaign (VITA Program) provide?

Virginia CASH Campaign (VITA Program) provides $18,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Virginia CASH Campaign (VITA Program)?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Virginia CASH Campaign (VITA Program)

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Funding Amount

$18,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Virginia CASH Campaign - VITA Program

Funder: Virginia Community Action Partnership (VACAP)

Program Name: Virginia CASH Campaign - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Award Amount: $18,000 (for United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley; total state awards: $485,725 to 21 coalitions)

Geographic Scope: Central Shenandoah Valley (Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Staunton, and surrounding areas)

Focus Areas:

Free federal and state tax return preparation

Help claiming tax credits including Child Tax Credit (CTC)

Help claiming federal and state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

Financial empowerment opportunities for taxpayers

Eligibility:
Households with combined income of $68,000 or less (Harrisonburg/Rockingham County) or $57,000 or less (Staunton/Waynesboro/Augusta County)

Program Goals:

File 300+ tax returns per season at multiple locations

Help working households save approximately $200 per return (average professional filing cost)

Provide Spanish language interpretation services

Services Provided:

IRS-trained and certified community volunteers

Free tax preparation at designated community locations

Financial counseling and connection to financial empowerment opportunities

Program Impact:

Last filing season: 20,200+ federal and state returns filed statewide

$22+ million in refunds returned to Virginia communities

ROI: $45 returned for every $1 invested

Programs have operated for 20+ years in some cases

Service Locations (UWHR):

Harrisonburg

Waynesboro

Staunton

Contact Information:

JMU VITA: 540-568-7776 or https://jmutax.setmore.com/

United Way SAW (Staunton/Waynesboro/Augusta): 540-885-1229 ext 1 or https://valleyvita.as.me/schedule/3624ea7a

General: 540-434-6639

How to Apply

For VITA Services (Tax Preparation Appointments):

1. Determine eligibility: Household income must be $68,000 or less (Harrisonburg area) or $57,000 or less (Staunton/Waynesboro/Augusta area)

2. Schedule an appointment:
- JMU VITA: Call 540-568-7776 or visit https://jmutax.setmore.com/
- United Way SAW: Visit https://valleyvita.as.me/schedule/3624ea7a or call 540-885-1229 ext 1
- AARP Harrisonburg: Call 540-212-9835 and leave voicemail (appointments at Rockingham County Administration Center; AARP membership not required)

3. Prepare required documents:
- Photo ID
- Social Security cards for all household members
- W-2 forms or other income documentation
- Proof of bank account information (if claiming direct deposit of refund)
- Prior year tax return (if available)

4. Attend appointment:
- Meet with IRS-trained volunteer tax preparer
- Spanish interpretation available upon request

5. File electronically:
- Returns prepared for electronic filing
- Refunds received via direct deposit when applicable

Alternative Option - DIY Filing:

Use www.myfreetaxes.com if household income is below $79,000

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