Why should YOU become a VITA Volunteer?
Because YOU can help hard working families in the community get back the tax credits they deserve, such as Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC), and help improve financial stability in the community by offering free tax preparation services! As a VITA volunteer you will also learn valuable skills.
Currently accepting applications for Volunteers for all positions for the upcoming tax season starting February 1st, 2019.
Who: Adults committed to bringing back over $6.2 million in unclaimed Earned Income Tax Credits to Frederick County Families
When: February 1st - April 18th
Where: Various VITA sites throughout Frederick County
We Provide:
- Free tax law training
- E-file software training
- Administrative support
- A great volunteer experience
No experience needed. We will train you!
Available Volunteer Positions:
Tax Preparer
- Prepare tax returns with clients
- Tax preparation training (30 hours online & classroom)
- Site training (2 hours, very easy)
- Online, open-book test
- Review accuracy of returns
Commitment: 4 hours, once a week, for 11 weeks