Welcome To EBALDC’s VITA Program!

Every year, the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) hosts VITA, a program of the IRS that trains volunteers to provide free tax preparation for low-income individuals and families. VITA is an important and highly impactful poverty-alleviation tool that we pair with a Savings Initiative that encourages clients to save part of their refund. In 2023, our volunteers prepared over 1,300 returns and secured over $1.8 million in refunds for the community.

Back Tax Event

EBALDC’s VITA Program is hosting a Back Tax Event on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Services are in-person and an appointment is required. Appointments will last 1-2 hours depending on your tax situation. After completing our VITA Eligibility Form, you will be provided with our self-booking appointment schedule.

If you cannot attend our Back Tax Event, please refer to United Way Bay Area’s Free Tax Help guide to locate an available free tax site or free filing service.

For additional questions or concerns, please email sparkpoint@ebaldc.org.

Check Your Tax Refund Status

Use the IRS’s Check My Refund Status Tool to review the status of your Federal refund.

Use the California Franchise Tax Board’s Check Refund Status Tool to review the status of your CA refund.

Returning or Current Volunteers

As the 2023-2024 season ends, we are looking for volunteers to join us for our annual Back Tax Event. Roles include intake specialists, tax preparers, translator, and admin support. If you are looking to learn new skills, work directly with clients, and have a real impact in your community, please be in touch. No experience necessary. To volunteer, please contact us at volunteer@ebaldc.org.