Free tax filing help is available to eastern Crawford County residents 60 and older and those with earned income of $49,000 or less.
Programs are offered by Titusville Area United Way’s Center for Financial Independence and the Venango County AARP Tax Aide Program.
The Tax Aide Program provides assistance to low and middle income residents, with special attention to those 60 years of age and older.
Help with tax forms will be available at the following locations:
n First Baptist Church, Franklin, now through April 15, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., every Thursday and Friday. April 2 closed due to Good Friday holiday.
n Oil City Library (basement), through April 14, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Tuesday and Wednesday.
n Titusville Active Aging, by appointment only, call 827-9134.
Trained volunteers will prepare federal and state income tax and Rent Rebate forms. Free electronic filing will be provided at each location.
n More information: Call 432-9723.
The Center for Financial Independence provides federal, state and local tax preparation for households with total earned income of $49,000 or less.
Its staff will help residents see if they qualify for the EIC (Earned Income Credit). The maximum EIC for tax year 2009 is $5,657 with three or more qualifying children; $5,028 with two qualifying children; $3,043 with one qualifying child; and $457 with no qualifying children.
The Center for Financial Independence was established to help families strengthen their financial stability by reducing debt and increasing assets. By having qualifying tax returns done through the center families will save tax preparation fees and avoid instant refund fees and charges, allowing families to keep more of their refund to help with everyday costs.
- To schedule an appointment or for more information: Call Jody Lavery or Janet Carey at 827-1322.
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