Welcome To EBALDC’s VITA Program!
Every year, the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) hosts VITA, a program of the IRS that trains volunteers to provide free tax preparation for low-income individuals and families. VITA is an important and highly impactful poverty-alleviation tool that we pair with a Savings Initiative that encourages clients to save part of their refund. In 2025, our volunteers prepared over 1,150 returns and secured almost $1.6 million in refunds for the community.
2025-2026 Tax Season
This tax season, we will be hosting our VITA program at two sites this season: Asian Resource Center and Lion Creek Crossings. We will also have off-site events at Laney College in March 2026. Due to the high volume of demand, we recommend having an appointment and will accept walk-in’s as we can.
Check Your Tax Refund Status
Use the IRS’s Check My Refund Status Tool to review the status of your Federal refund.
Use the California Franchise Tax Board’s Check Refund Status Tool to review the status of your CA refund.
Returning or Current Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to join us for the upcoming 2025-2026 tax season. Roles include intake specialists, tax preparers, translator, and admin support. If you are looking to learn new skills, work directly with clients, and have a real impact in your community, please be in touch. No experience necessary. To volunteer, please contact us at volunteer@ebaldc.org.
