As a VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) site, Community Action House offers no cost help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:

  • People who generally make $60,000 or less

  • Persons with disabilities; and

  • Limited English-speaking taxpayers

Appointment scheduling begins on January 16, 2024

  • Appointments are available:

    • Tuesdays from Jan 30-April 9  12:30 pm -6:30 pm

    • Saturdays from Feb 3- April 13 10:00 am-2:00 pm

If you need to connect with a member of the VITA Team, please call or text 616-422-5049 or email Susan Timmer, stimmer@communityactionhouse.org

 
  • What to Bring:

    • Required

      • Valid photo ID for you and your spouse

      • Birthdates and Social Security Cards or ITINs for taxpayers and dependents

      • Income sources (W2, 1099)

    • If It Applies:

      • Business income and expenses

      • 1095-A, Healthcare Marketplace Insurance

      • Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Michigan Disability (MI-SSI), FIP or DHS benefit letters

      • Child Support received, alimony paid or received

      • Gambling/Lottery winnings (W-2G)

      • Itemizing deductions

      • Renter's Information

      • Homeowners Information

      • Direct Deposit Information

    For more information, visit our partner Davenport’s website here.

    What to Expect:

    • Appointment generally last 1-1 ½ hours

    • VITA Greeter will provide an Intake Questionnaire that will be filled out prior to your tax appointment

    • You are asked to review the list of documents required for your appointment

    • Your return will be prepared, reviewed for accuracy, and signed by you

    • You will be provided with a copy of your tax return

    • Your return will be filed electronically within 24 hours (fastest) or you will be provided with an envelope to mail it

    • You will be provided with information on how to follow up on your return and what to do if you receive a letter from the IRS related to your return

    Parking and Arrival:

    • Please try to park on the side of the building!

    • You will enter through door B!

    View parking map here!