Tax Assistance Has Arrived
Free Tax Assistance For Low-Income Workers
Call us for assistance or follow the link to complete your own online 2012 Tax Returns
California Indian Legal Services (CILS) has begun offering its free tax assistance services. Those interested in free assistance should call (800) 829-0284 extension 307 or go to the California Franchise Tax Board page for a list of free online tax return services. The programs are designed to help you claim the Earned Income Tax Credit, a special tax credit worth up to $5,891 for low income workers. Don’t lose out on this great tax credit and don’t pay commercial tax preparers to help you get it. Even if you don’t qualify for this tax credit, CILS may still be able to assist you at no cost.EITC
Income Eligibility Levels for 2012 Tax Year*
| No. of children | If taxpayer is single | If taxpayer is married |
| 0 | $13,980 | $19,190 |
| 1 | $36,920 | $42,130 |
| 2 | $41,952 | $47,162 |
| 3 or more | $45,060 | $50,270 |
* other factors also apply
