Free Tax Preparation (VITA & MyFreeTaxes)

The 2025 Season is Open!

 

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United Way of St. Lucie & Okeechobee is here to support local families with free tax preparation services—making tax season easier and more affordable!

There are two options to choose from:

  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services are in-person tax assistance.

  • MyFreeTaxes.com is a website to help you file your taxes for free.

VITA Locations:

  • Port St. Lucie Community Center (2195 SE Airoso Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984)
    • February 3rd – April 16th
      • ***CLOSED on 2/17/25 for President’s Day***
    • Open on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 
    • Available for residents who make less than $67,000 annually.
    • Walk-Ins only

 

  • St. Lucie County Library – Kilmer Branch (101 Melody Ln, Fort Pierce, FL 34950)
    • February 1st – April 12th
    • Open on Saturdays from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • Available for residents who make less than $67,000 annually.
    • Walk-Ins only

 

  • IRSC Massey Campus, Building Y (Brown Center), Room 102
    • February 6th – March 27th
      • ***CLOSED on 3/20/25***
    • Open on Thursdays from 2:00 PM – 7:00 pm
    • Individuals and families served generally have an income of $68,000 or less in 2024.
    • Appointments only. Please make an appointment at IRSCVITA.org

What to Bring to your VITA Appointment:

Please bring the following with you:

  • Proof of identification (photo ID). 

  • Social Security cards for you, your spouse and dependents.

    • An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for you, your spouse and your dependents if you do not have a Social Security number.

  • Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN.

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

  • Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers.

  • Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099).

  • Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received.

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

  • Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check.

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

  • Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number.

  • Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements.

  • Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable.

About the Tax Credits:

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit (CTC) programs provide federal tax benefits for low and moderate-income workers. The EITC offsets some or all of those families' federal income taxes and in many cases provides a supplemental source of income to help offset other taxes, including sales and payroll taxes. In order to claim the credits, eligible workers must file a tax return.

*Attendees interested in having their taxes filed at the VITA site must bring the following documents: W-2 and 1099, Social Security card (yours and your dependents'), photo identification, and should bring a copy of 2023 tax return.

For more information, please contact 211 or the United Way of St. Lucie & Okeechobee at (772) 464-5300.