Meadville Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

06/17/2026

The reminds you that gift cards are great for family and friends this season, but they’re not an option for paying taxes. Learn more at www.irs.gov/scams
Remember: Gift cards are NOT an option to pay taxes. The urges you to stay alert to gift card scams all year long: www.irs.gov/scams
A reminder: will NEVER demand payment through cryptocurrency, wire transfers, payment apps or gift cards. Beware of these scams and report them: www.irs.gov/scams

06/17/2026

☀️ Ready for some fun in the sun? If you bought a car in 2025, you could save with no tax on car loan interest when you file your return. Don’t forget, the extension deadline is October 15, 2026! Details: https://ow.ly/qgSV50YUEkl
Summer fun is in full swing! 👉 Don’t forget, reporting qualified tips could mean tax savings for you. The is here to help you make the most of your return. Details: https://ow.ly/qgSV50YUEkl
Worked overtime last summer?? 🌊 If you’ve got an extension to Oct. 15, claim the new qualified overtime deduction. Ready to file? Use Free File now: https://ow.ly/qgSV50YUEkl
☀️🩴Individuals aged 65 and older may be eligible for an extra $6,000 deduction on top of the standard senior deduction. Free File is still available this summer, if you have yet to file. Learn more: https://ow.ly/qgSV50YUEkl

Please note: Meadville VITA is closed now until February 2027

05/12/2026

Does Your Child Qualify for the Child Tax Credit? Use the IRS Interactive Tax Assistant to find out! This interview will help you determine if a person qualifies you for the child tax credit or the credit for other dependents.

Information you'll need:

=>Your filing status.
=>Whether you can claim the person as a dependent.
=>The person's date of birth.

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/does-my-childdependent-qualify-for-the-child-tax-credit-or-the-credit-for-other-dependents

The tool is designed for taxpayers who were U.S. citizens or resident aliens for the entire tax year for which they're inquiring. If married, the spouse must also have been a U.S. citizen or resident alien for the entire tax year. For information about nonresidents or dual-status aliens, please see International taxpayers.

Disclaimer

Conclusions are based on information provided by you in response to the questions you answered. Answers do not constitute written advice in response to a specific written request of the taxpayer within the meaning of section 6404(f) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Resources:

Interactive Tax Assistant

Find out if your child or dependent qualifies you for the Child Tax Credit or the Credit for Other Dependents.

05/07/2026

What does a work day at the library look like? It's busy! As soon as we have site information for the 2027 tax year, we'll update this page.

05/07/2026

The is seeking applications for Tax Counseling for the Elderly and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program grants through 5/31. See: https://ow.ly/VHn150YUC2e

The is now accepting applications through 5/31 for the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) grants. Visit: https://ow.ly/VHn150YUC2e

Apply now through 5/31: grants allow eligible organizations to receive funding to provide free federal tax return preparation assistance. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/VHn150YUC2e

Additionally, you can access the 2027 Grant Application Overview for the VITA and TCE Program webinar at:

https://vitablog.taxslayerpro.com/2027-grant-application-overview-for-the-vita-and-tce-program-upcoming-qa-session/

05/04/2026

It’s the perfect time to check on your withholding! The Tax Withholding Estimator guides you step-by-step through an anonymous calculation. Get started at: www.irs.gov/withholding
The updated Tax Withholding Estimator helps people take One, Big, Beautiful Bill changes into account when calculating their 2026 withholding. Use this tool to make your tax planning easier: www.irs.gov/withholding
The Tax Withholding Estimator is a free, easy-to-use tool that can help you estimate the amount of income tax to withhold from your paychecks now. Get started at: www.irs.gov/withholding

04/15/2026

This week’s social media topic is: Extensions

While you can quickly request more time to file your return, a filing extension does not grant you more time to pay your taxes. Request an extension and pay any taxes due, or if you can’t pay the full amount apply online for a payment plan. www.irs.gov/extensions

If you need more time to file your taxes, request an extension by April 15. This gives you six months more to file without penalties. However, make sure you pay any tax you owe by the April filing date or apply online for a payment plan: www.irs.gov/extensions

An extension gives you six more months to file, but you must still pay your tax balance on time. Learn about extensions or how to request a payment plan at: www.irs.gov/extensions

03/26/2026

Today, Thursday 3/26! We're accepting walk-ins at the VITA site at the Meadville Public Library - follow the signs!

03/16/2026

This week’s social media topic is: Amended returns

You should file an amended tax return if there's a change in your filing status, income, deductions, credits or tax liability. Use the Interactive Tax Assistant to check whether filing an amendment tax return is your best option: https://ow.ly/kx4B50YpFwW

Taxpayers usually don’t need to file an amended return to fix a math error or if they forgot to attach a form or schedule. But using the Interactive Tax Assistant to check on what to do if you make a mistake will grant you peace of mind: https://ow.ly/kx4B50YpFwW

Use the Interactive Tax Assistant to help you determine if you should file an amended return to correct an error or make other changes to your tax return. Visit: https://ow.ly/kx4B50YpF

02/05/2026

Did you work overtime last year? Check this out:

and Treasury recently released new FAQs explaining the new tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. If you earned overtime pay, this guidance could affect your taxes. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Rivj50Y3Yns

Did you know that individuals who receive qualified overtime compensation throughout tax years 2025–2028 may be able to deduct the amount that exceeds their regular rate of pay? Learn more by reading FAQs: https://ow.ly/Rivj50Y3Yns

Worked overtime? You may qualify for a new tax deduction. Treasury and the released FAQs explaining who’s eligible, how overtime is reported, and what changes will take effect between tax years 2025 and 2028. Get the details: https://ow.ly/Rivj50Y3Yns