Free tax preparation and filing assistance available on Main Campus

(March 25, 2019) -- The UTSA Alumni Association has partnered with VITA—the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program—to help the UTSA community meet the looming tax filing deadline. IRS-certified volunteers will provide free, basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing. VITA offers free tax help to people who make $55,000 or less, as well as persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.

The on-campus assistance sessions are open to everyone who qualifies, including students, faculty, staff and alumni.

There are several session opportunities to take advantage of this free service:

Tuesday, April 2, 5 - 8 p.m.
Katz Alumni Center, Bauerle Road Garage, Main Campus

Thursday, April 4, 5 - 8 p.m.
Katz Alumni Center, Bauerle Road Garage, Main Campus

Friday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Student Union, Willow Room (SU 2.02.12), Main Campus

Participants need to bring the follow documents to the session:

• Proof of Identification—Drivers License or Photo D.
• Social Security Card or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) for you, your spouse and dependents
• Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return
• Current year’s tax package if you received one
• Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, from all employers
• Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099-INT)
• A copy of last year’s Federal and State returns if available
• Bank Routing Numbers and Account Numbers for Direct Deposit
• Total paid for day care provider and the day care provider’s tax identifying number (the provider’s Social Security Number or the provider’s business Employer Identification Number)
• To file taxes electronically on a married filing joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms
• Bring Form 1095-A if you have purchased health insurance through the Obamacare
• If eligible to receive education credits, the school’s taxpayer identification number is needed

— Heather Green

For more information about the free sessions, contact UTSA Alumni at 210.458.4133 or alumni@utsa.edu.

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