Free Income Tax Volunteer Assistance Program:
The Free Income Tax Volunteer Assistance Program helps eligible residents file federal and state income taxes at no cost. IRS certified volunteers prepare returns, answer questions, and make sure filers receive the credits and refunds they qualify for. This service is available to individuals and families with low- to moderate-income and is offered at locations throughout Horry County during tax season.
In partnership with United Way of Greenville County, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA) provides free income tax preparation assistance to individuals and families with a household income of $67,000 a year or less.
Make an Appointment:
Making an appointment is easy!
• Call 2-1-1
• Choose the VITA location and time that works best for you
• Bring your required documents on the day of your appointment
What to bring:
• Photo ID for you and your spouse
• Social Security cards for everyone on the return
• All income documents including W2s, 1099s, and unemployment statements
• Childcare expenses, education statements, or health insurance forms if they apply
• Last year’s tax return if you have it
FAQs
VITA serves individuals and families with low to moderate incomes, older adults, people with disabilities, and anyone who needs support filing their taxes.
Yes. Every VITA volunteer is trained and certified by the IRS each year to prepare returns and identify tax credits.
It is completely free. There are no fees at any point.
You can still book an appointment. The volunteer will let you know which documents you need and how to get them.
Yes. Volunteers check for the Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, and any refund opportunities you qualify for.
Appointments open at the start of tax season and fill quickly. Calling early gives you the most options.
Multiple VITA sites operate across Horry County. You will choose the location when you schedule your appointment.
Appointments are strongly recommended. Walk-ins may be accepted depending on volunteer capacity.
MyFree Taxes
United Way’s MyFreeTaxes is available to those with a household income of less than $73,000 yearly. If you need support, you can contact their helpline at (866) 698-9435 or visit myfreetaxes.com/support.
MyFreeTaxes is also now available in Spanish at myfreetaxes.com/es.
SCThrive
If you live in South Carolina and have an adjusted gross income (AGI) of $73,000 or less, you may qualify to submit your state and federal taxes with SC Thrive. SC Thrive will begin it’s filing on Monday, January 30, 2023. Learn more and sign-up: https://scthrive.org/file-your-taxes/
AARP
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax preparation in different ways – in-person, low-contact, or contact-free – depending on what service is available in your area. Some sites can provide service in one or two visits, or you may not need to visit a site at all, with all interactions taking place online. Find locations, dates, service types, and more: taxaide.aarpfoundation.org
