Residents of West Palm Beach earning $78,000 or less, take note: you may be eligible for free tax assistance, courtesy of a partnership between the city and United Way Palm Beach County. The assistance is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which will operate at two locations within the city. According to an announcement on the city’s official website, the program kicks off on January 26 and runs through April 15.
The initiative aims to not only help residents file their taxes but to also provide educational resources on possible tax credits and deductions. It's an opportunity for taxpayers to fully leverage the expertise of VITA volunteers without having to pay a dime. These volunteers will be ready to assist at the Mandel Public Library and at the Eva W. Mack Community Hub, although the service will be paused on February 16 in recognition of Presidents Day, and from March 25 to March 28, as reported on West Palm Beach's official website.
For those interested in availing themselves of this tax assistance, here are the specifics: The Eva W. Mack Community Hub, located at 1540 N. Australian Avenue, will host VITA volunteers Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Up the road at the Mandel Public Library, situated at 411 Clematis Street, assistance will be available on Tuesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
No appointment is necessary to receive help from the VITA program. The service operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, which means you just need to show up to get professional tax guidance. For those who might need to plan in advance or want additional information, including a complete map of all VITA locations in Palm Beach County, a visit to the United Way Palm Beach County’s website is recommended.
