PVAMU VITA Site Opens February 9, 2024
The PVAMU Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, offered in partnership with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, is now open for appointments and walk-in service on posted days. Individuals and families who need assistance can schedule an appointment to meet with an IRS-certified volunteer.
Fridays and Saturdays
Thursdays 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Fridays 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
February 9, 16 and 23; March 1, 8; April 5, 12
Saturdays 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
February 17, 24; March 9, 30; April 6, 13
PVAMU VITA Site Location
Prairie View A&M University
Agriculture/Business Building | 3rd Floor, Room 332
805 Cleaver Street
Prairie View, Texas 77446
Prairie View A&M University has joined efforts with the Internal Revenue Service to increase earned income tax credit (EITC) awareness and education. Through the VITA program, Prairie View A&M University College of Business volunteers provide free tax preparation services for individuals and families, students, senior citizens, and others in Waller County.
PVAMU VITA Mission Statement
The Prairie View A & M University Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or “VITA” program provides free, high-quality income tax preparation assistance to low-to-moderate-income households (generally $64,000 and below) who do not have access to affordable tax preparation services. Through this community outreach program, the College of Business seeks to fulfill the needs of Waller County and Greater Houston area residents while creating a rewarding experience for volunteers to receive training and put their learning into practice. This is an important strategy for the AACSB-accredited COB to fulfill its “societal impact” mission and provide community service opportunities through “experiential learning” for our undergraduate and graduate students.
Learn more about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
VITA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is VITA?
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free tax help to people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. Tax preparers at VITA sites have been certified and trained to help prepare basic tax returns. For more information about VITA, visit the IRS website.
I need my refund fast; do I have to mail it in?
The PVAMU VITA site offers free electronic filing. If you prefer to file your return by mail, you can.
What do I need to do?
Schedule an appointment and complete the Intake/Interview & Quality Review Sheet – IRS Form 13614-C (click the IRS link or download the form here: VITA Client Intake Form)
What do I need to bring with me?
Clients need to bring the following items with them for service:
- Photo ID for all taxpayers
- Prior year Income Tax return, if available
- Social Security Cards for taxpayer(s) and dependent(s)
- Complete Intake/Interview & Quality Review Sheet (IRS Form 13614-C)
- All forms showing income: W-2, 1099, 1098, etc.
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Daycare expenses
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College tuition and related expenses
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Closing papers on home purchases
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Sales papers on new motor vehicle purchases
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Documents/items about which you may have questions (is this deductible?)
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- Bank account routing number and account number for electronic deposit of refunds
- Other relevant documents showing income or deductible expenses:
Much of this information is personal; can I be sure my information will be kept confidential?
All VITA tax preparers are aware of the personal nature of tax information and are committed to the strictest confidentiality requirements – the same as CPAs, attorneys, and other tax professionals.
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Dr. Marvin Williams, JD, CPA at mvwilliams@pvamu.edu or call 936-261-9275.
Do I need to make an appointment?
Please schedule an appointment to ensure the best service; walk-in customers are welcome when the VITA site is open.
Schedule an appointment here:
