VITA/EITC - Help With Income Tax Returns

The VITA Program offers free tax help to households earning $49,000 or less. Eligible individuals searching for VITA services in Hudson and Union Counties will be referred to HOPES CAP, Inc. by the IRS.

Trained by the IRS, the tax preparers at HOPES CAP, Inc. can assist with special credits, such as Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit, and Credit for the Elderly for which one may qualify. In addition to free tax return preparation assistance, individuals may also file electronically (e-filing). Individuals taking advantage of the e-file program will receive their refunds in half the time compared to returns filed on paper - even faster if you have your refund deposited directly into your bank account.

Income Tax preparation is conducted during tax season.
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To file taxes electronically on a married filing Joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.

HOPES CAP, Inc. has partnered with NORWESCAP to educate the community about the benefits fo the Earned Income Tax Credit. EITC is a credit which can reduce qualifying individuals' taxes and allow them to receive a refund. Individuals who go to a Certified VITA site, will be automatically assessed for this benefit.

For more information about VITA/EITC please contact:

HOPES CAP, Inc.
Family Resource Center
532 Jackson Street
Unit 1B
Hoboken, New Jersey 07030
Phone: 201-876-2935

HOPES CAP, Inc.
7-9 Watchung Ave
Plainfield, New Jersey 07060
Phone: 1-888-409-2935
E-Mail: info@hopes.org