Free Tax preparation available for qualified GESD employees

The VITA group (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) will be at the District Office computer lab (room 19) Feb. 5 through April 9 providing FREE income tax assistance and filing. Volunteers will be on hand from 4p.m. -7 p.m. each Wednesday. If you are an employee or know someone who makes less than $52,000, VITA will assist you with your taxes. 

Items You Need to Bring


To have your tax return(s) prepared at a VITA site, you need to bring the following information with you:

‪Proof of identification – Picture ID

‪Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration or

‪Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter for you, your spouse and dependents

‪Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN

‪Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return

‪Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-Misc from all employers

‪Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)

‪A copy of last year’s federal and state returns if available

‪Proof of bank account routing numbers and account numbers for Direct Deposit, such as a blank check

‪Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number (the provider's Social Security Number or the provider's business Employer Identification Number) if appropriate

‪To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.

It is extremely important that each person use the correct Social Security Number. The most accurate information is usually located on your original Social Security card. If you do not have an Social Security number for you or a dependent, you should complete Form SS-5, Social Security Number Application. This form should be submitted to the nearest Social Security Administration Office.