VITA Free Tax Preparation South Central MI

09/25/2026

There is less than ONE WEEK to apply for the Home Heating Credit for 2025!

This state credit is not available after September 30th, 2026. You can file through VITA by calling 211.

You can also file for yourself at MyFreeTaxes.com or get a paper form to complete by visiting your local library, MDHHS office, or Michigan Department of Treasury.

Reach out with any questions. We are here to support you!

Phone: (877) 337-1780
Email: [email protected]

09/24/2026

Visit VITA on October 4th from 9am to 3pm at the Kalamazoo County Senior Expo held at the Expo Center, 2900 Lake St!

Learn more about all the services available to seniors in Kalamazoo County, including getting to know how VITA can help you with your taxes for FREE. We hope to see you there!

09/23/2026

Looking for a new opportunity? UWSCMI is hiring a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Director! [LINK: https://unitedforscmi.isolvedhire.com/jobs/]

Do you have experience with tax preparation, tax law, compliance, quality assurance, or supporting volunteers? This could be a great opportunity to put that experience to work in a role that has a direct impact on our community.

Our VITA team helps individuals and families access free, high-quality tax preparation services, helping eligible taxpayers maximize their refunds and connect with resources that can strengthen their financial stability.

*Note: This position is based in Kalamazoo or Lansing.*

08/31/2026

Eligible households in Michigan have ONE MONTH left to claim their 2025 home heating credit!

Even though some may not want to think about it, cooler weather is coming our way ❄️ Take this last month of summer to claim your credit and get extra money for heating costs this winter.

Call 211 to schedule a free appointment to file.

12/02/2025

Today we are participating in a competitive Giving Tuesday Uno Cup. Yes you heard it right, VITA is playing Uno for a Cause. https://paa.ge/uno_cup/en We are recruiting volunteers to assist people with their taxes! Won't you help by volunteering or making a donation today. Watch the streaming game from 4-8pm. https://www.unodeuce.com/unocup/

If you have any questions about sponsorship reach out to [email protected] Or download the packet below UnoCup Sponsor/Participant Packet

10/21/2025

We often hear from VITA clients that they need additional health and human service resources. This new website www.micapitalcares.org is fully integrated with #211 and offers new searchable databases.

06/15/2025

The Ingham County Treasurer's office is hosting an expungement workshop at the Wealth Building Resource Fair. Come out and learn about how you can get your financial goals activated!

06/03/2025

Come on out to see us at the Community Wealth Building Fair at Lansing Everett on June 26th

05/14/2025

Need help with your heating bills? You may qualify for the Home Heating Credit – and we can help you file for FREE!
Just dial 2-1-1 to schedule your appointment with one of our trained tax volunteers.
Deadline to file for your Home Heating Credit is September 30th.

05/12/2025

🎉 What a tax season! Thanks to the incredible dedication of our VITA volunteers, over 4,588 families received free tax prep support — impacting 6,143 individuals!

Together, we helped return $6.8 million in refunds to our community and saved families $1.5 million in tax preparation fees.

🙌 Over 5,000 hours of volunteer time made this happen. THANK YOU for making a difference. 💙