EARNED IT? KEEP IT!
File for FREE with Capital Region VITA and maximize your refund.
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Capital Region VITA, powered by United Way of the Greater Capital Region, offers FREE federal and New York State tax preparation for income-eligible individuals and families.
As part of the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, we make tax filing easy, accessible, and affordable—so you can keep more of what you earn. We also provide financial education, community resources, and tools to help you build lasting stability.
Coming Soon - Scheduling appointments for the 2026 tax season.
The filing deadline is April 15, 2026.
Some sites allow online booking, while others require you to call directly. Check the full site list to find a location near you and schedule your appointment.
Find a Tax Site
Serving Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Schoharie counties, Capital Region VITA offers 100% FREE Federal & NYS tax preparation for income-eligible individuals—no fees, no sales, just trusted service.
Appointments Required – Find a VITA site near you
File Online
Made less than $82,000? Use MyFreeTaxes.com to self-file online in an hour or less—with live chat support when you need it! Powered by United Way & the IRS, it's safe, secure, and guarantees your maximum refund.
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Get Involved
Make a difference in your community by volunteering as a tax preparer or site assistant—no experience needed, training provided! Or, help expand free tax assistance by hosting a VITA site at your organization. Together, we can ensure more families get the refunds they deserve.
