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Make Tax Season Count — Volunteer with Nevada Free Taxes Coalition
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Description
Every year, thousands of hardworking Nevadans leave money on the table simply because they can’t afford to file their taxes. That’s where you come in.
The Nevada Free Taxes Coalition (NFTC) is a free, IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program serving low-to-moderate income individuals and families in the Las Vegas and Clark County area. We’re looking for community-minded volunteers to join us for the 2026 tax season (January through April).
What you’ll do
We have volunteer roles for every experience level:
Greeter — You’re often the first face clients see. You’ll welcome people, collect intake information, verify documents, and help clients feel at ease before they meet with a preparer. Great for volunteers who love people and want to make an immediate difference with no prior tax knowledge required.
Volunteer Tax Preparer — You’ll be trained and IRS-certified to prepare and file federal and state tax returns for clients at no cost to them. No prior tax experience required — just a willingness to learn and a commitment to accuracy. We provide all the training.
Reviewer — Experienced volunteers review completed returns before they’re filed, serving as a quality check for our clients. This role is ideal for those with prior tax preparation experience or returning VITA volunteers.
Site Coordinator — You’ll keep our free tax sites running smoothly, managing the flow of the day and supporting the whole volunteer team on-site. This role is ideal for organized, people-centered folks who love logistics.
What to expect
- Free IRS training and certification (provided before the season starts)
- A supportive team environment
- Flexible scheduling during tax season (January–April)
- The satisfaction of directly impacting your neighbors’ financial wellbeing
Who we’re looking for
You don’t need to be an accountant. You need to be detail-oriented, dependable, and passionate about economic opportunity in your community. Bilingual volunteers — especially Spanish speakers — are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why it matters
Our volunteers help working families claim thousands of dollars in refunds, including the Earned Income Tax Credit, that they’re fully entitled to. That money goes back into our community. Your time makes that happen.
Ready to join us?
Sign up and learn more at timecounts.app/nevada-free-taxes-coalition
Location
nevada free taxes coalition
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Nevada Free Taxes Coalition! We'd love to have you join our team this tax season as we help thousands of individuals in Nevada file their taxes for free.
Here's how to get started:
Step 1 — Create your volunteer account
Head to timecounts.app/nevada-free-taxes-coalition to register — you'll need an account set up before completing the forms below.
Step 2 — Complete your required forms
- Photo & Video Release
- Review the NFTC Volunteer Handbook, then sign the Volunteer Handbook Acknowledgment
Step 3 — Set up your IRS training accounts
You'll need accounts on both of these before training starts:
- IRS VITA/TCE Link & Learn — your certification tests and training materials live here
- Tax Software Practice Lab — for practicing returns before working with real clients
You can also find these links and more on your volunteer hub at Timecounts - Volunteer Database Management & Tracking Software.
Step 4 — Attend orientation (November)
Orientation will be held in November — we'll follow up with details on the date, time, and location.
Step 5 — Complete training & certification (Early January)
You'll complete your IRS certification tests through Link & Learn after orientation. Once you pass, you'll submit your signed 13615 form here to wrap up your certification.
We'll be in touch as things get closer. In the meantime, feel free to reach out with any questions!
Kelly Simon
Volunteer Coordinator, Nevada Free Taxes Coalition
