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Learn to Prepare Taxes by Becoming a Tax Volunteer
Missouri Ag Connection - 12/08/2016

University of Missouri is looking for volunteers to provide free tax help for the 2017 tax season (2016 tax year).

Nellie Lamers, a family financial education specialist with University of Missouri Extension, says becoming a tax volunteer can make a difference in your community.

The IRS sponsors the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This program offers free tax help across the country for people with low-to-moderate incomes.

In Taney and Stone counties, this program is coordinated by Lamers.

Lamers says there are five good reasons why a person should consider becoming a VITA volunteer. One is the flexible hours. "We ask volunteers to serve an average of four to six hours per week. Our program is usually open from the end of January through the tax filing deadline in April."

Two, VITA sites are located in Branson, Hollister, Forsyth, Branson West and Galena and need your help. So these are local opportunities to volunteer.

Three, there is no prior experience needed. "You'll receive specialized training and can serve in a variety of roles. If you are fluent in another language, you may be able to help those who speak that language," said Lamers.

Four, free tax law training and materials are available. Learn how to prepare basic tax returns and learn about all the tax deductions and credits that benefit eligible taxpayers.

Five, continuing education credits for tax pros. Enrolled Agents and non-credentialed tax return preparers can earn credits when volunteering as a VITA quality reviewer or tax return preparer.

"As a volunteer, you'll join a program that's helped millions of people nationwide file tax returns at no charge for more than 40 years. Your help will make a difference. It's people helping people. It's that simple," said Lamers.

To learn more, call the University of Missouri Taney County Extension office at 417-546-4431. Individuals that want to become a volunteer will need to submit a volunteer application.


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