Early Bird

VITA tax program offers online filing

Roadrunners can receive personalized support in a virtual format.

By Josie Lavender

February 8, 2021

The Internal Revenue Service-designed Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, which Metropolitan State University of Denver previously hosted on campus, is moving primarily online this year.

The VITA program is specifically aimed at supporting middle- to low-income households as well as people who require extra guidance with financial-form verbiage, such as non-English speakers (see website for eligibility specifics). To maintain health and safety during the Covid-19 pandemic, however, VITA program volunteers have moved to a virtual format. IRS-certified professionals are continuing to offer one-on-one support through phone consultations as well.

While the MSU Denver location will not be available, Roadrunners can still find limited in-person assistance. Coloradans can also contact Tax Help Colorado for further assistance at taxhelpco.org or 303-454-3761.