Step Up Suncoast
6428 Parkland Dr.
Sarasota, Florida 34243

Phone: 941-999-6287
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Website: www.stepupsuncoast.org/vita-tax-prep

Program Description

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free federal income tax preparation and electronic filing assistance to eligible individuals and families. IRS-trained and certified volunteers provide free tax preparation services and assist eligible taxpayers with accurately preparing and filing their tax returns and accessing available tax credits and deductions. Step Up Suncoast's VITA program operates throughout the year during tax season and the extended filing period, with services available through October 15. During tax season, services are provided at designated VITA locations throughout the community. Please visit our website at stepupsuncoast.org for updated information regarding VITA sites, locations, and hours of operation.

Services Available Through This Program

Financial Counseling, Free Tax, Small Business Training & Loans , Parent Education/Advocacy

Hours of Operation

Eligibility Requirements and Important Information

VITA services are available at no cost to eligible individuals and families who meet the program's income and other IRS eligibility requirements. For the upcoming tax season, Step Up Suncoast anticipates serving households with annual income of up to $96,000. Step Up Suncoast's VITA program operates throughout the year, with services available through October 15. During the regular tax season, services are available at designated VITA locations throughout the community. After the regular tax season, VITA services are available by appointment only at the Step Up Suncoast main office on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact the VITA program at 941-999-6287 or taxes@stepupsuncoast.org. Additional information about locations and hours of operation is available at stepupsuncoast.org.

Availability and Fees

Current Wait List:	NO
Handicapped Access:	YES
Accepts Medicaid:	NO
Accepts Private Insurance:	NO
Financial Assistance Available?:	NO
Sliding Scale:	NO

Other Fee Information

No cost

Points of Interest

- Services are provided at no cost to eligible taxpayers. - Tax returns are prepared by IRS-trained and certified volunteers. - Electronic filing is available. - Services are available throughout the year through October 15. - Eligible taxpayers may receive assistance identifying and claiming applicable tax credits and deductions. - After the regular tax season, services are available by appointment only at the Step Up Suncoast main office on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Visit stepupsuncoast.org for updated information about VITA locations, services, and hours of operation.