Free Tax Prep LA made easy!

The City of Los Angeles offers its residents the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), a federal program which offers free tax help to people who generally make $55,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.

IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals at various Family Source Centers throughout Los Angeles. File at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site and keep more of your money.

How Use to the Free Tax Preparation Service

Claim what’s yours!  If you make less than $55,000, you may qualify for up to $9,310 cash back in combined state and federal earned income tax credits — but only if you file.

Make a Free Tax Prep appointment today. See hours and locations. Call the Family Source Center near you, and make an appointment using the contact information provided on this list.

For a full list of dates and locations for Free Tax Prep Services at select LAUSD schools, visit www.lamayor.org/FreeTaxPrep.

Preparing for Your Tax Filing

What to Bring to For Your Tax Filing

(Source: IRS.gov/individuals/free-tax-return-preparation-for-you-by-volunteers)

• Proof of identification (photo ID)
• Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents
• An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for you, your spouse and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security number
• Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
• Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
• Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers
• Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
• Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received
• A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
• Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check
• To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms
• Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider’s tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number
• Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements
• Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable

About Family Source Centers

WHAT IS FAMILY SOURCE?

The FamilySource System is comprised of a network of 16 one-stop community centers, known as FamilySource Centers (FSC).  The FSCs are located in high need areas of the City and provide a myriad of braided social, educational, work and family support services designed to assist low-income families to become more self-sufficient by increasing family income and academic achievement for youth and adults.

FREE SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Multi-Benefits Screening
• Information and Referral
• Case Management
• Financial Education and Coaching
• Credit Building
• Income Tax Preparation
• Incentivized Savings Programs
• Adult Education
• Computer Literacy
• ESL Classes
• Pre-Employment and Employment Support
• Immigration Services
• Parenting Classes
• College Corner
• Tutoring
• Mentoring
• Leadership Training
• Art & Cultural Activities
• Civic Engagement

The FSCs also host various community meetings, special events and activities, and provide volunteer opportunities for residents.

WHO FAMILYSOURCE CENTERS SERVE?

Low-income city residents with primary focus on families with children in middle and/or high school

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO ACCESS SERVICES:

• Proof you live in the City of Los Angeles
• Proof of Income

Free Tax Prep LA – Community Locations

Find a FamilySource Center Near You!