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Residents Feed the Hungry Through Donations to the United Way Fund

Every year at tax time, taxpayers have the opportunity to help their less fortunate neighbors when they file their Michigan State tax returns.  Lapeer County residents made an impact right here in their own community by donating to the United Way Fund.  The fund was established in 2009 to help provide emergency food, clothing and shelter to the Michigan residents hardest hit by the economic downturn.  Donations are distributed based on the taxpayer's zip code, so local residents are guaranteed that the money comes home to help their friends and neighbors.  This year's donations totaled nearly $2,000 for Lapeer County.

Thanks to all of you who contributed at tax time this year! If you'd like to direct a portion of your 2011 tax return to help needy families, ask your tax preparer to file form 4642 and "check off" the United Way Fund.

 

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Free Assisted Self-Service Tax

Preparation Program-FAST

 

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What is FAST? 

Fast stands for Free Assisted Self-Service Tax Preparation program. Computers with tax programs are available to individuals so they can file their income taxes. Trained volunteers are available to individuals and all information is keep confidential. It's Fast. It's Safe and It's Free!

 

 

Why do your taxes at FAST? 

  • As Much as $4,824 or more could be waiting for you through Earned Income Credit and Child Tax Credit! Our trained volunteers can help you find money you might not know your qualify for!
  • It's FREE!  Help is available, we provide specially trained volunteers and free use of a computer with the program you need.  
  • It's Confidential.
  • Volunteers are available to help.
  • It's Fast! Filing is done electronically on a computer at the site. That means you can get your refund deposited to your bank account in 7-12 days.
  • It's Safe.

How?  

It's easy! Make an appointment by calling United Way of Lapeer County (810)667-2912.

 

 

When and Where? 

  • Dates: Available by appointment Monday-Friday and the first Saturday of each Month starting February 4th-April 13th.
  • Times: Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. On the first Saturday of each month times are 10am-3pm.
  • Location: United Way of Lapeer County, 1333 John Conley Drive Suite 102, Lapeer MI  810-667-2912

Who?

Workers who are considered low-income by federal governement standards. Not sure if you qualify? Call us at 810-667-2912.

 

So your going to File FAST? Wonderful! 

Here is what you will need to get started:
  • Basic computer skills: if you can browse the web, you can file your return online!
  • An appointment - call 810.667.2912
  • An email address: it's required to register, and you will receive updates on your return via email. It's okay if you don't have one? A volunter can help you get one - free.
  • Bring with you all supporting information (so you can complete the return)
    • Social Security Numbers (for yourself, your spouse and any dependents claimed)
    • Income information such as W-2 and 1099 forms and all other supporting documentation
    • Last years Tax Return
    • Mortgage company statements
    • Adoption expenses
    • Alimony paid or received
    • Any notices received from the IRS or State tax office
    • Property Tax Bills
    • College Tuition and student loan interest statments
    • Additional Forms of income such as Prizes and awards, scholarships and fellowships, lottery/gambling winnings. 
    • Your prior year adjusted gross income (AGI) this is needed to digitally "sign" your return (if you don't have one see a volunteer for assistance)

If you lost or do not have all of these items, you can still get your taxes prepared. Call the IRS helpline at 1-800-829-1040 to find out what you need to do and how to obtain replacement documents. This will need to be done before your appointment. 

Call for Volunteers

We are in need of volunteers to help facilitate at the FAST site.  Training will be provided. Call United Way of Lapeer County at 810.667-2912 for more information and/or to let us know you are interested in becoming a FAST volunteer! THANKS!

　

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Telephone: (810) 667-2912 | Fax: (810) 664-2016