Schedule an in-person appointment

During tax season, IRS-trained volunteers may be able to assist you with preparing and e-filing your basic federal and Virginia state returns free of charge through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program if your annual household income is less than $64,000.

Cville Tax Aid Coalition member organizations use IRS-approved software to help taxpayers input and e-file basic tax returns that fall within the scope of service for our tax sites. VITA preparers are not accountants or tax professionals, and are not able to provide specific tax advice. For complex or unusual returns please consult a tax professional. 

Questions? Call Martha Trujillo, Coalition Coordinator (434) 297-9759

Madison House

Appointments available April 17 - October 30
Wednesday & Thursday | 10am - 4pm

  • Madison House

    • 170 Rugby Road, Charlottesville 22903

Click the button below to schedule an appointment online or call (434) 297-9759.

Bilingual Services Available

Wednesday & Thursday | 10am - 4pm

  • Madison House

    • 170 Rugby Road, Charlottesville 22902

Call (434) 297-9759 to schedule an appointment.

File with Virtual Assistance

Available January 31 - April 15.

File your taxes with virtual assistance, including email, chat, and phone support through United Way with IRS-certified VITA specialists.

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→ Please read the FAQs below to prepare for your appointment:

  • To be eligible for an in-person appointment, your household income must be less than $64,000 and your tax return cannot include:

    • Itemized deductions requiring a Schedule A

    • Self-employment income over $5,000 or requiring a Schedule C

    • Tip income

    • Rental income

    • Farm income

    • Military income

    • Adoption credits

    • Foreign income

    • Complicated or Advanced Schedule D (Capital Gains and Losses)

    • Securities Transactions (Form 1099-B)

    • State returns other than VA

    Individuals not eligible for in-person services may file with virtual assistance through My Free Taxes.

  • • A completed VITA Intake Form (Please arrive 10 minutes early to your appointment if you plan to fill out this form on site.)

    • Government issued photo ID for taxpayer and spouse (if filing jointly both must be present)

    • Valid Social Security or ITIN cards and birthdates for anyone on the return

    • All wage and income statements for filing year (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)

    • Proof of child care expenses paid, including: provider's name, address and federal ID number

    • Form 1095-A if you obtained insurance through The Marketplace

    • All other supporting documents (Tuition Statements, Student Loan Interest, Interest Income, Social Security Statements, etc...)

    • Voided check or routing and account number for direct deposit of refunds