Area residents who earn $54,000 or less can receive free income tax preparation assistance.
Coordinated by the Riley County K-State Research and Extension, the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will open a site at the Manhattan Public Library. They’ll provide services six days a week, starting January 30 and running through February 16. From then, they’ll be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays until April 15.
Volunteers will help taxpayers with federal and state tax returns, 1040 returns including but not limited to those with child tax credits, earned income tax credits, and educational cost credits. They will not be able to assist with returns for active duty military personnel or international students.
Those looking to utilize the service will need to bring some form of photo identification, a social security card for the taxpayer and any dependents, a copy of their last year’s tax return, W-2 and 1099 forms as well as any statements from a mortgage company or any other notices received from the IRS.
You can make appointments by calling 785.565.6426, by emailing vitataxes@gmail.com, or online at the Riley County K-State Research and Extension site. Follow the link reading “Book Tax Appointment Now” at the top right corner of the page.
Contact the Riley County Extension Office for more specific information at 785.537.6350.
