Free Tax Preparation
MyFreeTaxes offers free assistance filing federal and state taxes. It is the only free, national, online tax filing program offered by a nonprofit, because United Way fights for the financial stability of every person in every community. United Way is committed to ensuring that people can easily and accurately file their taxes for free and receive the refunds they deserve.
Since 2009, more than 1.3 million people nationwide have used MyFreeTaxes, bringing over $1.9 billion in refunds back to our local communities. Annually, more than 500,000 tax filers are guided by MyFreeTaxes to access and leverage VITA free tax filing services.
In 2023 alone, MyFreeTaxes facilitated the preparation of approximately 45,000 federal returns and 37,000 state returns for Facilitated Self Assistance (FSA) Remote VITA filers. This accomplishment underscores the program's commitment to reaching and assisting individuals in various tax situations.
- MyFreeTaxes is mobile optimized so anyone can access MyFreeTaxes from their computer, tablet or smart phone.
- Most filers complete their taxes in less than an hour.
- MyFreeTaxes is completely free for federal and state returns.
File your returns for free
Your federal and unlimited state returns are all free.
Get assistance when you need it
The MyFreeTaxes Helpline is staffed by IRS-certified 211 call specialists who are available to answer questions and help filers complete their return accurately.
Receive your maximum refund
Our tax filing software guarantees 100% accurate returns, maximum refund, and top of the line security.
