AARP Tax-Aide Needs You
Source: AARP.org | August 16, 2004
Tax Assistance Program Seeks Volunteers
AARP Tax-Aide—the nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax counseling service—is looking for volunteers to assist in tax preparation and to become leadership coordinators for the tax season. Volunteers are needed across the state February 1 through April 15 to prepare federal, state and local tax returns.
With the help of volunteers, the AARP Tax-Aide program provides free tax counseling and preparation services to millions of low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. The program offers a range of meaningful volunteer opportunities such as helping people prepare their tax returns, recruiting and training volunteers, coordinating technology developments and supervising and evaluating local site operations.
"Volunteering with the AARP Tax-Aide program promises to be one of the most engaging and challenging activities you will ever undertake," said Bonnie Speedy, National Director, AARP Tax-Aide. "In a recent survey, 96% of AARP Tax-Aide volunteers were satisfied with their experience. Many stay with the program year after year—many for more than 15 years."
Last year, over 32,000 AARP Tax-Aide volunteers helped more than 1.88 million people file their personal income tax forms. The program is offered at approximately 8,500 sites around the country including senior centers, libraries and other convenient locations.
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers receive training in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service.
Leadership positions coordinate program delivery by volunteers at sites at the local, state or regional level or manage specific program activities such as technology, training, administration or communications. Although tax training and certification is encouraged, it is not required for many leadership positions. Volunteers are reimbursed on a limited basis for qualified program related expenses.
Find more information about becoming a local AARP Tax-Aide volunteer or call toll-free 1-888-AARPNOW (1-888-227-7669).
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