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Community members receive $1.9 million in tax refunds through United Way's VITA Program

United Way volunteers provide vital tax preparation services throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties.

  • By Alyssa Lang, United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties
  • | 3:00 p.m. June 17, 2023
United Way VITA volunteers. Courtesy photo
United Way VITA volunteers. Courtesy photo
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The United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance completed $1,919,176 in tax refunds in Volusia and Flagler Counties during the 2022-2023 season, transmitting more than 2,000 federal returns with an average refund amount of $1,304.

From January 30 to April 18, United Way volunteers provided tax preparation services to individuals and families in need, operating nine tax preparation sites and providing more than 5,000 hours of community service. 

United Way VITA volunteers. Courtesy photo

"United Way VFC is thrilled to have successfully completed another impactful VITA season," said Lawrence Anderson, community partnerships manager at United Way VFC. "Our dedicated volunteers and community partners played an integral role in delivering free tax preparation services and empowering individuals and families to improve their financial stability. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported and participated in the VITA program this year."

 

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