
Get Ready for 2025 Tax Season
Welcome, EBC Cares, Inc., EBC VITA tax clients. EBC VITA site tax preparation services will begin on Saturday, February 1st, 2025.
IR-2025-08, Jan. 10, 2025
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that the nation’s 2025 tax season will start on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, and will feature expanded and enhanced tools to help taxpayers as a result of the agency’s historic modernization efforts. (Source: www.irs.gov/newsroom)
Tax Filing Deadline: Monday, April 15, 2025, most taxpayers
FILE YOUR TAXES FOR FREE WITH EBC VITA
February 1 - April 12, 2025
Elizabeth Baptist Church's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Ministry provides free income tax filing and preparation services for individuals and families with low to moderate household incomes.
During the tax season, our IRS-certified volunteers are ready to prepare and electronically file your tax returns. Volunteers can assist with general tax information, tax preparation, and filing, all free of charge.
Tax Season Service options by appointment:
In-Person Tax Service: Taxpayer will bring tax documents to tax site, complete Form 13614-C intake forms, taxes are prepared on-site with client present to review, sign, and e-file the tax return.
100% Virtual Tax Service: All tax preparation services are completed electronically. Tax client uploads Form 14446, Form 13614-C intake forms, ID, social security and/or ITIN information, and tax documents. Volunteers prepare and review the return with taxpayer(s). Taxpayer e-signs return during quality review to e-file. Tax clients must complete Form 14446 Virtual VITA/TCE Taxpayer Consent and Form 13614-C Intake Interview forms and electronically submit tax documents. The taxpayer is responsible for printing and retaining a copy of the tax return.
Drop-off Tax Service: Hybrid – Taxpayer will bring tax documents to tax site to scan into folder, complete Form 13614-C intake forms, taxes are prepared without client present. Quality review options: in-person by appointment or virtual to review, sign, and e-file the tax return.
2025 Tax Season - EBC VITA Hours of Operation Schedule:
Free Tax Preparation Service
Appointment Services Available: In-person, Drop-off, and Virtual
EBC VITA will operate from February 1st – April 12th, 2025, at the dates and times listed below:
Wednesdays (Virtual): 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (NOON CUT-OFF)
Saturdays (In-Person, Drop-Off, and Virtual): 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (NOON CUT-OFF)
Days/Hours subject to volunteer availability
*Opens February 1st, 2025
EBC VITA tax site operates by appointment, with limited drop-off and walk-in service available on a first-come, first-served basis due to the day’s client service volume. To secure your appointment, please call (404) 296-2076 or email vitatp@elizabethbaptist.org.
2025 Tax Filing Season Helpful Information for Taxpayers
The filing deadline to submit 2024 tax returns or an extension to file and pay tax owed is Tuesday, April 15, 2025, for most taxpayers.
Taxpayers requesting an extension will have until Wednesday, October 15, 2025, to file.
Form 13614-C Intake/Interview and Quality Review Sheet – www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f13614c.pdf
What to Bring for Tax Appointment
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit
You may be eligible to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on your 2021 federal tax return if you didn't file a tax return. It is important to understand that the Economic Impact Payments applied to different tax years.
“The IRS also reminded taxpayers who haven’t filed 2021 tax returns they might be eligible as well, but they face an April 15, 2025, deadline to file their returns to claim the credit and any other refund they might be owed.” (Source: www.irs.gov)
In your IRS ID.me account, you can access your individual account tax data including refunds, balance, payments, tax records and more.
Account Information for Individuals: please click here IRS ID.me
Guided steps, please click here How to Create an IRS ID.me Account
Tax Tips for Gig Economy Entrepreneurs and Workers
Self-Prepared Taxes - IRS Free File – IRS Self-Guided Software
IRS Free File lets qualified taxpayers prepare and file federal income tax returns online using guided tax preparation software. It’s safe, easy and no cost to you. Those who don’t qualify can still use Free File Fillable Forms.
EBC VITA - Inclement Weather and/or Closure
Please visit ebccares.org/vita or check for an email from the EBC VITA Tax Ministry for any updates. Thank you!
Important 2025 Tax Deadline Dates to know:
Friday, January 10, 2025: IRS Free File opens
Monday, January 27, 2025: IRS starts processing taxes (official start of tax season)
Tuesday, April 15, 2025: Filing deadline for 2024 taxes
Tuesday, April 15, 2025: Last day to apply for tax extension
Taxes owed are still due by April 15.
Need more time to pay tax bill, the IRS offers payment plans to pay off your balance in increments over time.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025: Filing deadline for 2024 extension filers
What You Need for VITA Tax Prep
Required Documentation and a completed IRS Form 13614-C Intake/Interview and QR Sheet
Please bring the following documents for your tax preparation visit:
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Photo Identification (government-issued) for taxpayer and spouse (if applicable)
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If filing jointly, both spouses...
Services Provided for Tax Season 2025
In-Person – Appointment: Requires the client to schedule an appointment, visit the tax site in-person with their tax documents, and complete the intake forms. The tax return is completed by a tax preparer on-site with the client present.
Limited walk-in and drop-off service available on a ...
VITA Appointment INFO
Where Do I Start to Schedule an Appointment?
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Call (404) 696-2076 – Please leave only one message by voicemail.
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Email vitatp@elizabethbaptist.org – Please leave only one message in the email.
A VITA tax representative will respond within 48-72 hours of your call ...
VITA Tax Ministry Info
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has operated for over 50 years and offers free tax preparation service to taxpayers who generally earn $67,000 or less; seniors, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers for tax year 2025.
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Contact the EBC CARES Inc., EBC VITA program below:
Tax Preparation and Tax Site Info
Email Address: Send Email vitatp@elizabethbaptist.org or Call VITA message line: 404.696.2076
We greatly appreciate the trust you have placed in the EBC VITA tax program to continue serving taxpayers one tax return at a time. We look forward to serving you again for the upcoming tax filing season.
Thank you, Bishop Pastor Craig L. Oliver, Sr., past and present dedicated EBC VITA volunteers and leaders for the vision, commitment, and willing hearts of service for the taxpayers and community!
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