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For information on resources to support those impacted by Federal Government Shutdown, please dial the number 2-1-1 on your phone. If you are unable to connect using 2-1-1 please dial 1-877-211-9274 For information about shut down resources please read NATIONAL RESOURCE: http://211.org/services/govshutdown Via 211.org we have answered commonly asked questions regarding public benefits in an effort to dispel rumors.…
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Do you have low to moderate income? If so you may be able to get free help filing your taxes with the help of two free programs, VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and AARP Tax-Aide. These programs have trained volunteers which can assist in completing and filing your basic tax return, including claiming the EITC…
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The MyFreeTaxes.com partnership provides free state and federal tax preparation and filing assistance for qualified individuals. It’s easy, safe, secure and 100 percent free. Powered by United Way Worldwide,MyFreeTaxes.com is free to use for individuals and families with combined income under $66,000 for 2018 income taxes. Tax filing software provided by H&R Block. Would you rather have your taxes…
Read More Do you have low to moderate income? If so you may be able to get free help filing your taxes with the help of two free programs, VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and AARP Tax-Aide. These programs have trained volunteers which can assist in completing and filing your basic tax return, including claiming the EITC…
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Do you have SNAP or EBT food benefits? If you shop at Safeway stores in Washington, and spend $10 on fruits and vegetables with your EBT card and Safeway Club Card you will receive a $5 coupon for your next purchase. The program restarted on December 1st 2018. To find out more visit: www.doh.wa.gov/CompleteEats. The Washington…
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Want to support Washington 211? Hit the Easy Button this holiday season and shop Amazon with the link below. Your eligible purchases on Amazon.com automatically donate 0.5% of the price to Washington 2-1-1. AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Washington 211 every time you shop, at no cost to you.…
Read More The IRS programs VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and TCE (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) need more volunteers to provide this vauable free service to low-income and older adults. Interested in volunteering? Visit https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-tax-volunteers, watch the video below to learn more about this opportunity.
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