The San Bernardino County Transitional Assistance Department (TAD), in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is committed to offering free income tax return preparation to eligible low to moderate income taxpayers through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
VITA services are available to eligible individuals and families who’s combined household earned income was less than $52,000 in 2013. The VITA program is focused on increasing awareness of the Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, which most VITA qualified taxpayers are eligible to receive.
In 2013, TAD provided free tax preparation services to more than 7,720 taxpayers in our community and processed more than $15.2 million in combined federal and state refunds; of this, $7.2 million was a direct result of TAD’s efforts in increasing families’ access to the Earned Income Tax Credit and other refundable credits.
TAD is doing its part to help the community achieve our Countywide Vision by serving our residents and ensuring that San Bernardino County is a prosperous and desired destination for visitors, and a home for anyone seeking a sense of community and the best life has to offer.
VITA Mobile Unit and Alternate Locations:
TAD has partnered with various County departments and non-profit agencies throughout the county for the 2014 tax season to better serve our residents. To view the additional locations, dates and times that free tax services will be available with our VITA Mobile Unit, click here!
The program will ensure participants receive their complete tax return through programs like the Earned Income Tax Credit. Call (909) 252-4903 or (760) 552-6176 or visit their website for more information.
The hours that all TAD offices shall be available for scheduled and walk-in appointments are as follows:
| Monday – Friday | 8:30AM – 7:00PM (4:30 – 7:00PM by appointment) |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 9:00AM – 1:00PM (by appointment only) |
| High Desert VITA Locations | VITA Appointment Phone # |
|---|---|
| Adelanto TAD – 10875 Rancho Rd., Adelanto 92301 | (760) 530-9592 |
| Barstow TAD – 1900 E. Main St., Barstow 92311 | (760) 957-1518 |
| Hesperia TAD – 15980 Main St., Hesperia 92345 | (760) 955-5479 |
| Victorville TAD – 15010 Palmdale Rd., Victorville 92392 | (760) 552-6175 |
