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Free Tax Preparation

The Fort Dodge Community Foundation and United Way provides free tax preparation for individuals and families who qualify (see below guidelines) and ensure taxpayers take advantage of every tax credit for which they are eligible such as the Earned Income Tax Credit or EITC. EITC Website

Married, filing jointly: 2 or more children - income under $50,000
Married, filing jointly: 1 child - income under $45,000
Married, filing jointly: no children - income under $30,000

Single: 2 or more children - income under $45,000
Single: 1 child - income $40,000
Single: no children - income under $22,000

What is EITC?
The Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable federal income tax credit available to low-income families. Originally approved by Congress in 1975 to offset the burden of social security taxes and to provide an incentive to work.

How does the EITC help low income families?
The bulk of EITC benefits go to families with incomes below the Federal poverty level. Research indicated that families use the EITC to pay for necessities, repair homes, and veicles that are needed to commute to work and to boost their earning power by obtaining additional education or training.

Who qualifies for the EITC?
Working people who meet certain income requirements and file a tax return (even if they did not earn enough money to be obligated to file a tax return).

For Tax Year 2009	Income Limit	Maximum EITC Credits
Three or more qualifying children	$43,279 if single $48,279 married filing jointly	$5,657
Two qualifying children	$40,295 if single $45,295 married filing jointly	$5,028
One qualifying child	$35,463 if single $40,463 married filing jointly	$3,043
If you do not have a qualifying child	$13,440 if single $18,440 married filing jointly	$457

For questions concerning this program, please call (515) 573-3179.

NO LONGER TAKING APPOINTMENTS FOR 2009 TAX RETURNS. SESSION CLOSED.

Appointments are scheduled on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m.- 2 p.m., Mondays from noon - 7 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5 - 7 p.m., beginning January 30, 2010 and continuing through April 13, 2010.

Things to bring with you to your appointment:
Valid ID
Copies of all W-2 and 1099 tax forms
Social Security Cards for all individuals who will be listed on the tax return
Copy of last year's tax return
Address and Tax ID for any child care providers
Bank routing and account numbers or direct deposits

Tax preparation services are provided by certified volunteers.

***Free tax preparation EXCLUDES business tax returns or those dealing with Social Security***

If you are interested in becoming a tax volunteer, please contact the Fort Dodge Community Foundation and United Way at 515-573-3179

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