United Way Lowcountry VITA/Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) provides free, IRS-certified tax return preparation for residents of the Lowcountry and surrounding counties.

VITA, a collaboration with the IRS, Beaufort County Human Services Alliance and United Way of the Lowcountry, will kick off its popular tax filing support program beginning the first week in February through mid-April.

Staffed by local volunteers, VITA provides free preparation and electronic filing of income tax returns for individuals and families with low-to-moderate incomes who are eligible for tax credits. Last tax season, VITA helped file almost 2,700 free tax returns in Beaufort, Jasper, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Colleton Counties – generating more than $2.86 million in economic impact. Community volunteers donated over 7,630 volunteer hours of service.

Great volunteers are the key to our success. Join the VITA team! Help your neighbors! Flexible/seasonal volunteer hours! No experience needed! Free training and materials provided! Make a difference!