United Way marks EITC Day > United Way of Southwestern Indiana is partnering with the Internal Revenue Service to promote National Earned Income Tax Credit Day, which is Friday, January 29.

The Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, helps offset Social Security taxes and provides an incentive for work. It is the federal government’s largest benefits program for working families. The credit can make life a little easier for workers struggling to make ends meet in today’s tight economy — up to $5,600, or more, easier. Yet, IRS estimates one in four eligible taxpayers could miss out on this valuable tax credit because they don’t check it out.

2010 VITA Sites are here > United Way of Southwestern Indiana would like to encourage taxpayers to get free help determining their EITC eligibility and claiming the credit through our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Sites.  Help is available from IRS trained volunteers on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 pm (and Mondays by appointment only from 1:00 to 4:00 pm). READ MORE >

To find out if they qualify, or for a list of what to bring for tax return preparation, taxpayers can dial 2-1-1 or 812-421-2800.

Annual Campaign Ongoing >United Way of Southwestern Indiana is continuing to accept donations for the 2009 campaign. Currently, 90% of the total necessary to keep current services fully funded has been received. Thanks to everyone who has made a gift!
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Seeking a Volunteer Opportunity? > Check out our updated Volunteer Handbook or search current opportunities through our online volunteer database!

2009 Community Investments > See what your donation to United Way accomplishes. Each gift supports more than 75 local education, income and health programs! READ MORE >

Bank On Partnership > United Way is proud to partner with the City of Evansville, the Federal Reserve of St. Louis and 15 Banks and Credit Unions on Bank On Evansville to help unbanked individuals open accounts.