Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
Free Tax Help for the Moreno Valley Community
Moreno Valley College provides free tax preparation services through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and in collaboration with the Riverside County Community Action Partnership (CAP). This service supports our community by helping eligible individuals and families file accurate tax returns and access important tax credits at no cost.
- No-Cost Service: Save money on tax preparation
- Reliable Support: IRS-certified volunteers ensure quality and accuracy
- Student Learning: Supports hands-on training for MVC accounting students
- Community Impact: Helps maximize refunds and promote financial well-being
About VITA Services
The VITA program is an IRS-sponsored service designed to assist taxpayers with low to moderate income. At MVC, IRS-certified student volunteers, guided by faculty, offer professional, confidential tax preparation while gaining valuable hands-on experience to students and community volunteers.
Interested in volunteering for an upcoming tax season? Enroll in and complete the non-credit accounting course, ACC-819 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Training, in the winter term.
Services Available
- Free preparation of federal and state income tax returns
- Electronic filing (e-file) for faster processing
- Review for accuracy and completeness
- Assistance identifying eligible tax credits, including Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Who We Assist
- Individuals and families with low to moderate income
- College students
- Seniors
- Community members needing basic tax assistance
Tax filing season is from February through April. Appointments will be available during that time, with limited walk-in services available only during specified hours. For questions about VITA services outside of tax season, please send us an email.
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Get Started
Please review IRS Publication 3676-B, which denotes the limitations of the VITA program. In preparation for a VITA visit, bring the following:
- Valid photo identification
- Social Security cards or ITINs for all individuals listed on the return
- All income documents (W-2, 1099, etcetera)
- Prior year tax return, if available
- Bank account and routing number for direct deposit
