EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — Tax season is officially underway as the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has launched its free tax preparation services to eligible taxpayers in El Paso and Las Cruces.
The program, a collaboration between GECU and the Coalition for Family Economic Progress (CFEP), began Monday, with IRS-certified volunteers providing assistance at no cost.
Linda Nuñez, assistant vice president of community development at GECU, emphasized the importance of the program, stating, “For many individuals and families, tax season can feel overwhelming and expensive. Through the VITA program, we’re proud to help remove those barriers by offering free, trusted tax preparation services that put more money back into our community.”
In 2025, VITA filed over 15,000 tax returns, saving more than $3 million in tax-preparation fees.
According to VITA, this initiative not only helps alleviate financial burdens but also contributes to the economic prosperity of the borderland by returning millions of dollars to the community.
The VITA program, sponsored by the IRS, aims to assist low- and moderate-income individuals and families in maximizing their refunds and minimizing tax liabilities.
For more information on VITA services and locations, visit their website.
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