The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB)
has been directing the “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance” (VITA) Program since 2004. Over the past 21 years, hundreds of people have volunteered their time and expertise to help low- and moderate-income individuals and families file their taxes for free, including people with disabilities, senior citizens, and those for whom English is a second language. To ensure the program delivers maximum benefits, VITA relies on dedicated volunteers to act as greeters, assist with language translation and call-center operations. Tax preparation is done by IRS-certified volunteers via electronic filing.

This year marks the first time WPWDB is collaborating with Rockland County to support individuals who may benefit from the program across the river. Stephen Papas, President and CEO of United Way of Rockland; Katie Pfeifer, Senior Director of Programs for Volunteer New York!; Maria Vanessa Cipolla the Finkelstein Memorial Library Head of Marketing and Communications and Marie Sturm, Yolanda Durant, and Tiffany Stuart from the IRS were instrumental in brainstorming an effective pathway for this first-time, intercounty collaborative effort.

The VITA program is available at select locations throughout Westchester County, Rockland, and the Bronx through Tuesday, April 15. Residents can call 211 or 1-800-899-1479 to schedule an appointment at one of nine locations listed below. Tax prep help will take place in Rockland County at the Finkelstein Memorial Library. 

Where: Finkelstein Memorial Library
24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley, NY 10977
Dates/Times: Saturday, March 1: 9am–1pm
Sunday, March 16: 1pm–5pm
Tuesday, March 25: 9am–5pm
                                                   By Appointment Only