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  • Washita Valley Community Action Council was recognized by the IRS for volunteer efforts during the 2008 Tax Season. Pictured from left to right; Sharlotte Key, Executive Director, Megan Cogburn, ROMA Coordinator, Linda Evans, IRS, Lora Gerstner, Planner/Executive Assistant and Peggy Sayers, Deputy Director/Head Start Director

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May 28, 2009

Community Action Council helps residents get tax refunds

Washita Valley Community Action Council prepared and electronically filed 240 federal tax returns free for low and moderate income residents during the 2008 filing period that brought approximately $207,500 in refunds back to the region.

A total of 56 tax filers received more than $66,000 in federal Earned Income Tax Credits. EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. When the EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit. Taxpayers could qualify for a tax refund even if they did not have federal income tax withheld.

The free tax preparation service is part of the Oklahoma Asset Development Project coordinated by the Oklahoma Association of Community Action Agencies. Participating agencies joined forces with the Internal Revenue Service, Oklahoma Department of Commerce and community partners to provide services at sites across the state.

Community Action Agencies provide programs and services to combat poverty and help low-income families move toward self-sufficiency.

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