Trident United Way has become a designated Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sponsor bringing a vital service to our community!
VITA provides free tax preparation services to individuals and families with low to moderate income, offering them the support needed to maximize their refunds and achieve greater financial stability. This initiative directly aligns with our efforts to strengthen economic opportunity and promote financial resilience across our region.
You may qualify for tax preparation at no cost if you have an adjusted gross income of $60,000, regardless of filing status.
Scheduling your tax appointment
Tax filing clinics will begin tax preparation assistance on Monday, February 10.
To Schedule your appointment:
- Click here to book online
- For an appointment at a TUW Resource Connection Center please call 843-761-6033 (Berkeley) or 843-566-7040 (Dorchester)
Berkeley County
Sangaree Library
TUW Berkeley Resource Connection Center
Charleston County
Dorchester Road Library
East Cooper Community Outreach
Otranto Library
Palmetto Goodwill
Dorchester County
David Sojourner Senior Center
Faith Sellers Senior Center
TUW Dorchester Resource Connection Center
Items needed for tax preparation
- Adjusted gross income of $60,000, regardless of filing status
- Last year’s tax return
- Any income information (W-2, 1099- G Unemployment, 1099-MISC, other 1099s & 1098 forms)
- A government-issued ID
- Social Security Card
- Deduction and credit information
- Healthcare coverage information (Form 1095-A, 1095-B, 1095-C, as applicable)
- Any written correspondence from the IRS
- TO E-FILE, you must have last year's AGI or PIN (if you do not have the AGI, tax transcripts can be accessed at www.irs.gov)
- Phone with text capability
Need more information?
Below are links to help navigate the tax return process
IRS Interactive Tax Assistant (ITA)
You can use this tool to get answers to your tax questions
You can use this page to get your refund information for the current year and past 2 years
Help families in your community receive critical tax assistance
Join the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and make a meaningful impact by providing free tax preparation services to individuals and families in need. Whether you enjoy working directly with clients or prefer behind-the-scenes roles, we have a place for you!
Contact Us: TUWVITA@tuw.org