Free tax preparation still available

Don’t let tax deadline catch you by surprise.

Any individual or family who made less than $53,000 in 2014 is eligible to have their taxes done free by VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteers. Tax preparation will be offered every Wednesday through April 15 at the District Office in Room 18. Volunteers will be on hand from 4 p.m. — 7 p.m. each Wednesday. If you are an employee or know someone who makes less than $53,000, VITA will assist you with your taxes. 

GESD employees can secure priority appointments by contacting Wellness Program Specialist Davita Solter 7231. Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

What you should 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 or IRS ITIN card or ITIN letter for all household members ‪Individual Taxpayer
• Picture ID for taxpayer and spouse
• Name, address and tax ID number of child care provider
• Amount of money paid to child care provider in 2014
• Account and routing numbers for direct deposit
• Copy of last year’s tax return (if available)
• If married and filing jointly, both adults must be present to sign the required forms

If you or anyone in your household enrolled in a health plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace in 2014 you’ll get a new Form 1095 A — Insurance Marketplace Statement. You should have received this in February, and you will need it to file you 2014 federal income tax return.

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 a 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.