Help New Yorkers Prepare Their Taxes with NYC Free Tax Prep!

Every year, hundreds of thousands of low-to-moderate income New Yorkers rely on NYC Free Tax Prep to file their taxes safely, accurately, and at no cost. By volunteering, you’ll help your NYC neighbors across all five boroughs save an average of $346 in tax preparation fees and access valuable tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit (CTC). Since launching in 2015, IRS Certified VITA/TCE Volunteer Tax Preparers have completed over 1 million tax returns and helped New Yorkers save over $200 million in estimated tax preparer fees.

Make a Difference. As an IRS Certified VITA/TCE Volunteer Tax Preparer, you’ll provide free, trusted tax preparation for fellow New Yorkers while building valuable professional skills in customer service, financial literacy, and tax preparation. Whether you’re a student, a retiree, a professional, or simply someone who wants to give back—your time will directly strengthen the financial security of families and individuals across our city.

Responsibilities:

• Help New Yorkers file their taxes during tax season (late January 2026 to late April 2026)
• Use tax preparation software to prepare accurate returns
• Connect clients to additional financial health resources
• Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard client information

Qualifications:

• Effective communication and customer service skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Willingness to complete free IRS training before tax season
• Bilingual volunteers are especially needed (Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, and others)

Training:

No previous tax experience is needed! You will receive hands-on training and ongoing support to prepare simple tax returns. Volunteers will be required to pass IRS volunteer certification exams to become IRS Certified VITA/TCE Volunteer Preparers.

Time commitment:

• Minimum of one 4–8 hour shift per week (January–April 2026).
• Flexible scheduling: centers are open 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends.
• Extra shifts are welcome if your schedule allows.

Why Volunteer?

• Empower hardworking New Yorkers to keep more of their money.
• Help families claim critical refunds and credits that can pay rent, buy food, and cover childcare needs.
• Gain skills in finance, problem-solving, and client service—great for résumés and careers.
• Join a diverse community of volunteers making a real impact in their city.

👉 Take action today! Sign up now to become a NYC Free Tax Prep volunteer and help ensure every New Yorker gets the refund they deserve.

Interested in learning more? Please visit our website to sign up for an informational session!