IRS VITA Program / Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD)
Note: Free tax preparation service, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.
Free Tax Preparation (VITA), Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) is available in Boston, MA.
Free tax preparation services through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Certified volunteers prepare federal and Massachusetts state tax returns at no cost for individuals and families earning under $67,000. Services include e-filing, claiming EITC, and Child Tax Credits. Administered locally by Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) through the Boston Tax Help Coalition.
Free service, saves $150-$400 in tax prep fees
Verified against IRS VITA Program / Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD)'s official page on 2026-06-17.
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In Boston, MA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Boston, MA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Deadline: January through April (tax season)
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Email us about this programApply directly with IRS VITA Program / Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) using the official program link on this page or call 617-348-6000. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: January through April (tax season).
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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