United Mode Quad Cities is now accepting appointments for its volunteer tax preparation services.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) plan, led past United Way and AARP, each yr helps thousands of local individuals and families prepare their income taxes complimentary of charge. The service volition be provided from Feb. ane to April 13 at various locations effectually the Quad Cities.

"Nigh people won't think nigh income taxes for some other couple of months. But low-income families are already counting the days until they tin file," said Rene Gellerman, United Style president and CEO. "The free tax prep program helps Scott and Stone Island county residents maximize taxation refunds that tin can aid pay for necessities, similar food and rent, or provide a much-needed absorber in the issue of an emergency."

Rene Gellerman is president/CEO of United Way Quad Cities.

Individuals and families who, in the past year, earned upwards to $57,000 are encouraged to schedule an engagement or learn more past calling 563-355-9900 or dialing ii-one-one.

Appointments are limited and are expected to fill quickly.

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In the past three years, VITA and AARP Revenue enhancement Aide have helped return about $13 million to families and private filers in the area.

"What keeps this critical service running is the hundreds of volunteers and partner organizations who continuously bear witness up for our community," Gellerman said.

"Our IRS-trained volunteer tax preparers, including students at Augustana College, St. Ambrose University and Western Illinois Academy, assist ensure filers claim all taxation credits that they're eligible for .We are grateful for the volunteers likewise as our hosting partners for helping more people get and keep more of their difficult-earned money that as well adds to the economic vitality of our customs."

In addition to scheduled appointments, United Style offers an selection for walk-in services from Feb. one through April 9. Drop-off tax preparation also is available by engagement from Feb. ii to April 13, in partnership with AARP.

In-Person Tax Filing (appointments required):

  • Eastern Iowa Customs College: Scott Customs Higher Urban Campus, 101 W 3rd St., Davenport (Room W 110)
  • Friendly Business firm, 1221 Myrtle St., Davenport
  • Palomares Social Justice Centre, 135 fourth Ave., Moline

Walk-in Tax Filing (during select hours):

  • Martin Luther Male monarch, Jr. Heart, 630 Martin Luther King Drive, Rock Island

Drop-off Taxation Filing (appointments required):

  • Davenport Eastern Library, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport
  • Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline
  • Rock Island Township, 2829 seventh Ave., Rock Island
  • Stone Island County Senior Center, 2221 11th St., Rock Island

Masks will be required at all locations, and COVID-nineteen health and safety precautions will be taken to prevent the spread of disease.

Filers tin can learn virtually the Child Tax Credit (CHC), the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and what documents to bring with them to their taxation preparation by visiting www.unitedwayqc.org/vita.

For more information about VITA and location hours, visit the United Way Quad Cities at www.unitedwayqc.org, or phone call 563-355-9900 or 2-1-1. The Quad Cities VITA Coalition is led by United Way Quad Cities, in collaboration with AARP of Western Illinois and AARP of Eastern Iowa.