United Way of Summit & Medina
Note: Free tax preparation service, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.
VITA Free Tax Preparation is available to homeowners and renters in Akron, OH.
Free tax preparation for households earning under $67,000 through IRS-certified volunteers. Helps claim home energy credits, earned income credit, and other deductions. Located at 37 N. High Street, downtown Akron.
Free service; value in ensuring you claim all eligible credits and deductions
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Akron, OH, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Akron, OH can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Akron early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Deadline: Tax season, typically January through April
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Email us about this programVITA Free Tax Preparation is open to homeowners and renters in Akron, OH.
Apply directly with United Way of Summit & Medina using the official program link on this page. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Tax season, typically January through April.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
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