The WVASF serves as the statewide leader for the EITC outreach effort. The EITC is for working families and individuals with low and moderate incomes. It can help reduce tax burdens, boost income and help people move from welfare to work. During the previous tax filing season volunteers in West Virginia assisted taxpayers in claiming over $7 million in the EITC. Our role is to build capacity for s
even regional EITC coalitions, establish strategic partnerships, and provide promotional materials and resources. Through the seven regional coalitions the WV EITC campaign is able to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services in every county across the state. The WVASF works with several other state organizations each year to encourage citizens to apply for the EITC. Outreach activities include the dissemination of educational materials, a media campaign and tax assistance.
