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Cal State Volunteer Tax Preparation

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VITA: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

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STUDENT VOLUNTEERS Updated 1/11/08

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What is VITA?

VITA is a program sponsored by the IRS and Franchise tax Board (FTB). VITA Volunteers receive training, and prepare and electronically file income tax returns for low income, elderly, and disabled taxpayers, free of charge.

How does VITA benefit the community?

Changes in the tax laws have further complicated the already complex procedures. This offers both good and bad news for many Inland Empire taxpayers. There is a child tax refundable credit, incentives to save for retirement, a new IRA, change in capital gains provisions, education credits and deductions, and major changes in the rules governing the sale of a principal residence. These changes favor low and middle income taxpayers. The bad news is that the complexity of calculating these good provisions is overwhelming for the average taxpayer. A large pool of educated, experienced tax preparers is needed. Subsequent changes in the tax law have only further complicated the tax preparation needs of all taxpayers, especially the low income. CSUSB helps fulfill this need. The VITA Program offers students the opportunity to learn the tax law and fill a gap in the community.

What is the purpose of VITA?

Provide quality tax information and income tax preparation service at no charge

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Provide a business environment where students can obtain practical experience while enhancing their communication, analytical, and computer skills.
Provide an opportunity for University students to 'give back' to the community

Help students become independent, reflective, motivated, flexible, competent, disciplined, and confident.

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