Coloradans are set to receive a helpful nudge from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Get Ahead Colorado campaign later this week. Through text messages, the initiative aims to connect eligible individuals and families to free tax support services, focusing on key tax credits that may put money back into their pockets. The Child Tax Credit, Colorado Family Affordability Tax Credit, and Earned Income Tax Credit are all within reach for those earning up to $65,000, giving a financial boost to eligible parties.
With the tax season in full swing, the Get Ahead Colorado campaign targets two specific groups. Individuals likely eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit, include those who earn up to $65,000. Meanwhile, parents and caregivers with dependent children under the age of 17, who also meet the income criteria, might not know they could claim the Child Tax Credit and Colorado Family Affordability Tax Credit. According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, the goal is to inform Coloradans of possible credits and how to access them with texts emphasizing eligibility and directing them toward resources.
The texts are straightforward and aimed at simplification. For individual taxpayers, the message reads, "Hi, it's Get Ahead Colorado. Just by filing your taxes, you may have a refund waiting for you with the Earned Income Tax Credit. Learn more at GetAheadColorado.org," as per Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. This message helps demystify the process and directly points toward the next steps, a move likely to be appreciated by many who find tax matters daunting.
