Free Tax Preparation
United Way Fresno and Madera Counties provides free tax preparations to low- and moderate-income individuals, families, and seniors every tax season, from the end of January through Tax Day in April. Tax returns are prepared by trained and IRS-certified volunteers at local community organizations. Last season, our free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has returned over $18 million to the Valley’s working class.
Free Tax Prep season for spring 2024 has ended in Fresno County. If you need an ITIN number or, if you filed your taxes with us and need a filing amendment, please call 211.
Limited Free Tax Prep appointments are still available in Madera County, through the end of June 2024. Call 211 to make an appointment.
Online alternatives to Free Tax Prep are available year-round at:
Are you self employed?
The MyFreeTaxes Self-Employed Tax Guides equip entrepreneurs with the information they need to prepare for tax season, file their taxes, and maximize their refunds using free online software available through MyFreeTaxes. United Way created three versions of the MyFreeTaxes Self-Employed Tax Guides to meet the specific needs of general small business owners, gig economy entrepreneurs, and home-based child care businesses. Visit www.myfreetaxes.com/selfemployed for more information.
Tax Credits
You may qualify for other tax credits, like the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC). CalEITC is a cash-back credit that puts money back into the pockets of California’s working families and individuals. Find out more about CalEITC here.
Click here to get a detailed breakdown of all of the cash-back credits our team will try to get for you.
