United Way of Acadiana Offering Free Tax Prep for Qualifying Families
When people are financially stable, they can make financial decisions that benefit themselves and their families, which, in turn, benefits the community. Being financially stable also puts families in a better position to handle crisis – job loss, illness or other unforeseen expenses. The VITA program is just one-way United Way of Acadiana is creating financial stability. IRS-Certified Tax Preparers are ready to help you at the locations below – some sites open as early as January 24.
If you work and have household income below $57,000 in 2021, you may be eligible for free tax preparation services and a quick refund.
Additionally, if you make less than $73,000, you can file for free at MyFreeTaxes.com. It’s easy, safe, secure and free. This year, for the first time, MyFreeTaxes is available in English and Spanish.
WHAT TO BRING:
- Photo ID and original Social Security Card or ITIN
- All W2s
- Any other tax-related documents
WHERE/WHEN:
IRS-Certified Tax Preparers are ready to help you at the following locations:
Acadia Parish
ASSIST Agency
11 North Parkerson Avenue, Crowley, LA 70526
(337) 788-7550 x 138
Opening Day: February 1
Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Appointment only
Iberia Parish
SMILE Community Action Agency
722 Walton Street, New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-8151
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Appointment only
Lafayette Parish
Step Up Acadiana
601 Loire Ave Suite G, Lafayette, LA 70507
February 19: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
February 26: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
March 12: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
March 26: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
April 9: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Appointment only
Call United Way of Acadiana to schedule at 337-233-8302
McComb-Veazey Community House
419 12th St., Lafayette, LA 70501
March 15: 2:30 – 6:00 pm
Appointment only
Call United Way of Acadiana to schedule at 337-233-8302
Acadiana High School
315 Rue du Belier, Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
January 24 – April 8 (weekdays only): 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Drop off only
SMILE Community Action Agency
501 St. John Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
Monday – Thursday: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Appointment only
Call (337) 234-3272 x 203 to schedule
St. Landry Parish
Evangline Downs Racetrack & Casino
2235 Creswell Ln, Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 233-8302
February 5: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (Super Tax Day)
Walk-ups welcome
St. Mary Parish
St. Mary Community Action Agency
1407 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Appointment only
Call (337) 828-5703 to schedule
Vermillion Parish
ASSIST Agency
407 Charity Street, Abbeville, LA 70510
Opening Day: February 1
Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Appointment only
Call (337) 898-9554 to schedule
For more information, contact Logan Pearce at 337-233-8302 or visit www.unitedwayofacadiana.org/vita.
