Tax Help

Free help with your income tax return The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers free tax preparation services for basic individual returns to people with incomes less than $49,000. IN STRATFORD BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: 377-0689 Stratford Library2203 Main St., StratfordFeb. 4 – April 8Thursdays, 11 am – 2 pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: 377-0689 South End Community Center19 Bates St, Stratford Feb. 4 – April 17 Thursdays, 5:30 pm – 8 pm Saturdays, 9:00 am – noon BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: 377-0689Franklin Elementary School1895 Barnum Avenue, Stratford Feb. 1 – April 12Mondays, 4 pm – 8 pm Bring with you all information and documents that apply to your 2009 income taxes, including: Copy of last year’s tax return -- If married filing jointly, both spouses must attend appointment with Photo IDs -- Social Security cards for every member of the family -- W-2s and/or 1099s from ALL jobs worked in 2009 -- A check from the taxpayer's checking account or a savings account number for direct deposit -- Interest statements from financial institutions (if applicable) -- Tuition and student loan information (if applicable) -- Documentation from daycare provider, if taxpayer paid for child care in 2009 -- Any other income information or IRS notices received. For more free tax help services Call 2-1-1, Connecticut’s free information and referral service Or ask the librarians for help finding volunteer locations in neighboring towns. _____________________________________ IRS Live Telephone Assistance for Individuals:1-800-829-1040. IRS phone line to Order Tax Forms and Materials: 1-800-829-3676 Call the local Bridgeport IRS office for help: 203-384-5818 This information was accurate as of 1/18/10. Be sure to call ahead and verify the details before visiting a volunteer site