Become a VITA Volunteer!

Why should YOU become a VITA Volunteer?

 

Because YOU can help hard working families in the community get back the tax credits they deserve, such as Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC), and help improve financial stability in the community by offering free tax preparation services! As a VITA volunteer you will also learn valuable skills.

If you're interested in becoming a VITA volunteer or have any questions, please contact John Romani via email at jromani@uwfrederick.org.

Who: Individuals with experience or educational background in accounting, finance, or other professional fields.

When: January 27, 2025 - April 15, 2025

Where:

  1. Bernard Brown Community Center, 629 N. Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701
  2. Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E Moser Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788
  3. Hood College Rosenstock Hall, 401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD 21701

 

We Provide:

  • Free tax law training & e-file software training

  • Administrative support

  • A great volunteer experience

  • Internship credit for eligible students

No experience needed. We will train you!

Greeter

  • Welcome tax clients and oversee the sign-in process

  • Conduct initial screening of tax clients

  • Must successfully complete volunteer training (online, open-book exam for Standards of Conduct and VITA Intake/Interview)
Tax Preparer

  • Meet with clients to gather information

  • Review client documentation

  • Prepare and file tax returns

  • Review accuracy of returns

  • Must successfully complete IRS-certification tax preparation and site training (20-30 hours online & classroom with online, open-book exam)

Recommended Commitment: At least 4 hours once a week for 11 weeks, but are flexible with your schedule. 

No experience needed. We will train you!

For more information or to apply to be a VITA volunteer, please contact John Romani at jromani@uwfrederick.org.

The VITA Program is made possible thanks to our partners!