Urban West Region

The IRS offers free basic tax return preparation to people who qualify through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs.

You qualify if you earn less than $60,000 or if you are 60 years of age or older. Our programs also serve taxpayers with disabilities or limited English.

A volunteer can prepare your return or you can use our free software – TaxSlayer FSA – to prepare your own return. Taxpayers who make $73K or less can complete this form to request access to the software. We will email you the information. Volunteers are available to answer your questions about software or taxes. Free software is also available through United Way and My Free Taxes.

The tax season is January 27 – April 18, 2023. There are multiple locations in the Kansas City area. Each tax site works differently. Most sites ask taxpayers to make an appointment. To find the best fit for you before April 18, call United Way 2-1-1 or 816-474-5112.

The University of Missouri Extension sponsors the tax programs in partnership with agencies in the KC Metro Tax Coalition.

Thank you for your support

We wish to thank our newest contributor, the Truman Heartland Community Foundation, for awarding us a community grant. We will work together to create a positive impact in Eastern Jackson County and the surrounding communities.

About Truman Heartland Community Foundation

Truman Heartland Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity committed to improving the communities in and around Eastern Jackson County through partnerships with community members and donors. Truman Heartland serves the region with assets of more than $70 million and annual grants surpassing $6 million. For more information, visit thcf.org or call Truman Heartland at 816-836-8189.