The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax. – Dr. Albert Einstein

All Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Sites are closed in Lincoln for Monday, January 31 and Tuesday, February 1

What is the UNL Tax Credit Campaign?

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, sponsored by Service-Learning, has joined the nation in the charge against poverty. In conjunction with the Lincoln Family Economic Security Partnership Coalition, UNL will be preparing low-income, working families' and students' taxes for free!

When can I get my taxes done?

The UNL Tax Credit Campaign will be filing 2011 student tax returns!

• January 22 – February 20

3rd Floor in the East Campus Union
Saturdays and Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: 5-8 p.m.

• February 26 – March 9

The Colonial Room in the Nebraska Union
Saturdays and Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: 5-8 p.m.

• April 11 – April 13

The Union Square inside the Nebraska Union
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

No reservations are needed; taxes are completed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

What should I bring?

• Social Security Card or photo identification
• Social Security numbers and birth dates for all dependents
• Forms W-2 and all other income forms and tax documents for 2011
• Bank routing and account number for deposit/debit of any tax balance
• Tax identification numbers for any and all daycare providers
• Spouse, if filing jointly (both must sign the return)

What is new for the 2011 tax year?

This year, the UNL Tax Credit Campaign will not only offer the same great tax preparation services, but also optional preparation of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The program also plans to begin offering tax refund debit cards as an alternative to direct deposits and mailed checks for those taxpayers who may not have a bank account but want to receive their refund as soon as possible.

Three Ways to Benefit

1. Community members can benefit by having their taxes prepared for free
2. Students can benefit by having their taxes prepared for free
3. Volunteers can benefit from helping others and learning about taxes

Sign up to volunteer today!

Interested in volunteering? Help out by volunteering to be a tax preparer, an interpreter, a childcare provider or a greeter. Contact Assistant Director Linda Moody, Ph.D. at 472-8158

Sign up today or find out more information about volunteering.