Now, more than ever, you deserve to keep your money, especially during tax season. To qualify for FREE tax help and possible earned income tax and child care credits, your 2009 household income must be less than $52,000. Being a U.S. citizen is NOT a requirement.
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is one of the federal government's largest resources for low-income residents. It reduces the amount of income tax low-to-moderate income families are required to pay, and provides a wage supplement to some families. According to a the New America Foundation, thousands of Californians fail to claim EITC. Families and local economies suffer when these refunds go unclaimed. To read more about these latest findings click here.
The below information sheet lists the required documents to bring with you to prepare your tax return, and a list of sites where you can receive assistance in filing in Sonoma County. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.
Sonoma County Tax Help - English
Sonoma County Tax Help - Spanish
Learn more about this national policy by visiting California's EITC page. Calculate your eligibility by visiting the IRS page.
Read more about EITC and how you can still get tax help by clicking here.
