free tax preparation

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

Our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free income tax assistance to thousands of families across Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties every year. Our VITA program also ensures that clients receive all the tax credits and deductions for which they are eligible.

BECOME A VITA VOLUNTEER

Local families need your help to get their federal tax refund without paying unnecessary predatory tax service fees. Through VITA, dedicated volunteers just like you help local families keep more of what they earn.

No experience required to become a VITA volunteer. United Way of the Piedmont will provide you with the tax training and tools to become IRS-certified. All volunteers must be comfortable using a computer.

APPLY HERE

get help with your taxes

If your household earned less than $60,000 last year, you qualify to file your taxes for free through our free tax preparation program. See below for details on how you can file your taxes for free in-person or online.

in-person tax preparation

Make an appointment to receive assistance filing your taxes from an IRS-certified volunteer at a location convenient for you. Returns are filed electronically, and with direct deposit, refunds are deposited in 7-10 days.

Our tax appointment center will open January 10 for the 2024 tax season. To schedule your VITA appointment, use our online calendar (link coming soon!) and select the date, time and location most convenient for you. For scheduling support, dial 2-1-1 or call toll-free at 1-866-892-9211.

in-person tax preparation

Make an appointment to receive assistance filing your taxes from an IRS-certified volunteer at a location convenient for you.

Returns are filed electronically, and with direct deposit, refunds are deposited in 7-10 days.

Make an appointment by calling 864-582-2975.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU

Social Security Cards and/or ITIN cards for taxpayer, spouse and dependents listed on the return

Bank Account Number & Routing Number (for direct deposit of any refund)

All Income Statements: W-2, 1099, 1099-R, Social Security Benefits Statement and other income sources

Tuition Statement (1098-T) and related expenses from college or technical school

Statement from Child Care Provider (includes total paid and tax ID number)

Affordable Care Act Statements: Form 1095-A, B or C

A copy of last year’s Tax Return,

if available

Photo ID for taxpayer and spouse (if married filing jointly)