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Published 10/15/25 1:44PM

Change Lives One Tax Return at a Time

MFS CASH Oregon
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Portland, OR
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    4 hours/week commitment during tax season (late Jan. - mid-Apr.)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Economic Development, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Poverty
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Change Lives One Tax Return at a Time

    Do you want to help low-income families improve their financial futures? You can by volunteering with MFS CASH Oregon.

    By providing free tax preparation and supporting free tax sites throughout the Portland Metro area, our volunteers help thousands of low-income, working families access important tax credits and overcome the stress and barriers to filing their taxes.

    Not a tax expert? No problem! There are volunteer roles for all interests, plus MFS CASH Oregon provides training and ongoing support.

    Virtual and in-person opportunities are available. New Volunteer Orientations and Training will be available in November 2025 for the 2026 tax season.

    Volunteers Can Expect:

    • Flexible hours and multiple tax sites to choose from
    • Increase knowledge about tax preparation and personal finances
    • Work alongside a community of over 300 volunteers dedicated to helping others and making tax prep fun
    • Fight poverty, make a real difference

    Location

    On-site
    Portland, OR, USA
    Directions

    Multiple Locations Throughout Portland Metro Area, including Beaverton and Gresham.

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

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