With tax day fast approaching on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, United Way of Whiteside County encourages low-to-moderate-income households, who have not yet filed their taxes, to visit MyFreeTaxes.com.
Utilizing filing software powered by TaxSlayer, MyFreeTaxes offers individuals and families with any income a free, safe, and easy way to file their State and Federal taxes, in under an hour from the comfort of their own homes. For those with under $67,000 in income for 2024, they are also eligible to have their taxes prepared for them, by IRS certified support specialists.
“Tax season is a source of confusion and stress for most Americans,” said Keri Olson, United Way of Whiteside County, CEO. “Many filers are worried they’ll make a mistake, won’t get their full refund, or will pay too much. With MyFreeTaxes, filers have the support of a proven provider in TaxSlayer to reduce confusion, save hundreds on filling fees, and ensure they get the refund they deserve. United Way provides MyFreeTaxes to assist individuals in our community with achieving financial stability.”
MyFreeTaxes users get access to TaxSlayer’s premium product with enhanced features to ensure filers get every dollar they deserve. The program screens for credit and deduction eligibility–such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)–to ensure filers receive their maximum tax refund. Since its launch in 2009, MyFreeTaxes has helped more than 1.4 million users Nationally, saving some $260 million in tax preparation fees.
How does it work? Simply go to MyFreeTaxes.com; create or login to your secured account; upload a photo of your W-2; MyFreeTaxes will automatically fill in your information. The filing software also guarantees that all tax returns are 100% accurate.
For those who prefer to file their taxes with help, visit MyFreeTaxes.com to get connected with an IRS certified support specialist.
As always, you may call 2-1-1 from anywhere in Whiteside County for additional support services.
Partnering with TaxSlayer to offer MyFreeTaxes is just one way, that United Way of Whiteside County fights for the financial stability of every person in our community.