Looking for help preparing your taxes?
Need to resolve a tax dispute with the IRS?
First-time self-employment tax filer feeling overwhelmed?

Low Income Tax Clinic

Our well-trained staff can help answer any of your tax questions and help you resolve any tax-related disputes or controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  If English is not your first language, we can also teach you about your rights and responsibilities as a U.S. taxpayer.

Who is Eligible? Your household income can be up to 250% of the federal poverty level. Services are available year-round throughout the CVCAC service area.

To set an appointment, contact us at
(802) 479-3304 ext 2 or by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Tax Preparation Program - Download the NEW 2012 Tax Preparation Site Schedule

We can prepare your tax return for FREE when you visit one of our VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites - no appointment necessary - sites in Randolph, Morrisville, Barre, Montpelier, Stowe, South Royalton, Berlin and Bradford.  For more information, contact the the coordinator at 802-728-8020 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Last year, Central Vermont Community Action Council helped 858 households file both federal and state tax returns!
We helped central Vermonters access over 1.5 million in tax refunds!

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) -- Give Yourself a Raise with 3SquaresVT & EITC!

Do you know if you are EITC eligible?  The Earned Income Tax Credit is a fully refundable credit available to some working families.  Let our tax preparers help you access your EITC refund.  We can also show you some options for using your EITC refund to take steps to greater financial prosperity through savings options like an Individual Development Account.

Self-Employment Tax Initiative

If you are self-employed, take advantage of one of our bookkeeping, recordkeeping or tax planning workshops to help you year-round through our Micro Business Development Program.

Who is Eligible? For tax preparation assistance, your total 2011 household income can be up to $49,000.

For more information, contact the office nearest you.