EITC Access provides free, IRS-certified tax preparation for working families and seniors.
Our IRS-certified volunteers walk you through every step. No hidden fees, no complicated forms to navigate alone.
Book a free session online via our Calendly link — pick a date and time that works for you. We'll confirm and remind you of what tax and identification documents to bring, upload or share.
Collect your tax and identification documents, including your W-2s, 1099s, prior-year returns, Driver's License and other evidence of last year's income and expenses; you can upload these documents using our encrypted document portal (click "Upload Documents" above), bring the documents to any in-person appointment or discuss other document sharing methods with your EITC Access tax preparer.
An IRS-certified VITA volunteer reviews your documents, asks the right questions, and prepares your return accurately and completely — at no charge.
We file electronically after your review and approval. Most refunds arrive within 21 days. We'll also share smart tips for making the most of your refund.
Our services are available to anyone who meets the following criteria. If you're unsure, just reach out — we're happy to help you find out.
To make your appointment as smooth as possible, please bring, upload or share the following:
To save time and ensure your return is prepared accurately, you can upload your tax documents directly to our secure portal ahead of your appointment. Files are encrypted in transit and delivered straight to our private Google Drive — accessible only to certified EITC Access preparers.
Securely submit your W-2s, 1099s, prior-year return, and any other relevant documents ahead of your appointment.
🔒 256-bit SSL encrypted. Files go directly to our private, access-controlled Google Drive. No documents are stored on this website.
EITC Access was founded on a simple but powerful observation: the U.S. tax code contains one of the most effective anti-poverty tools ever created — the Earned Income Tax Credit — and yet only 1 in 5 eligible workers claim it. That leaves nearly $18 billion in cash transfers unclaimed every year.
In 2024, 24 million working Americans each received an average EITC payment of approximately $2,900. For someone earning $30,000 a year, that's a 10% income supplement — potentially life-changing. And yet, for too many families, it goes unclaimed or, when received, isn't leveraged to its full potential for lack of financial guidance.
"The Earned Income Tax Credit is the best way to put money in the pockets of people that don't fit well into the market system, but that are perfectly decent citizens, and that have made a good bit of the success that I've had with Berkshire possible."
— Warren Buffett
At EITC Access, we don't just file tax returns. We help clients understand their refunds, make smart decisions about savings and investment, and access every credit they're entitled to. We believe the EITC — paired with financial literacy — can finally bend the poverty curve down.
Our site is part of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, staffed by certified volunteers in Queens, New York. Founded by William Pereira, EITC Access is a not-for-profit community service operating entirely at no cost to clients.
Our volunteers are the heart of EITC Access. Whether you have a background in finance, accounting, or simply a desire to give back to your community, you can make a real difference in someone's financial life.
The IRS provides free online training and certification. No prior tax experience is required — just a commitment to helping working families access what they've earned.
Fill out the short form at the following link — it takes less than a minute. We'll follow up promptly.
Open Volunteer Form →Clicking above opens our secure volunteer interest form. We'll reach out promptly to discuss next steps and free IRS certification training.
Have a question before booking? Not sure if you qualify? Send us a message and we'll get back to you promptly. All services are completely free.
Ready to book? Use our online scheduling page to pick a time that works for you — no phone call needed.
Have a question? Not sure if you qualify? Fill out our short contact form — it takes less than a minute. We'll follow up promptly by email or phone.
Open Contact Form →Clicking above opens our secure contact form. All inquiries are confidential.