Earned Income Tax Credit links to 3SquaresVT

VERMONT - This tax season, more people than ever before will qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit. People who worked during 2021 may qualify for a financial boost of up to $1,500 if they don’t have children or up to $6,700 if they do have children by claiming the EITC. Additionally, any family with children who receives the Vermont EITC is automatically income-eligible for 3SquaresVT, meaning it may be easier to enroll in the program and get money every month to buy groceries. Every year one in five people miss out on thousands of dollars in savings and added benefits because they are unaware of EITC and its link to 3SquaresVT.
EITC is designed to help compensate hard-working people while also providing economic stimulus to the state. Anyone with a Social Security number can get an income boost through the EITC when filing taxes, even if not a US citizen. In 2021, 37,000 Vermonters received an average EITC of $1,934. EITC and 3SquaresVT reduce economic insecurity and put food on the table for thousands of families.
To claim the EITC, file a tax return by Monday, April 18, even if not required to file this year.  If it’s the first time filing taxes or if help is needed filling out the form to claim the tax credit, there are free resources and IRS-certified volunteers who can help. Call the IRS at +1 (800) 829-1040 or dial 2-1-1 to make an appointment with a tax assistance organization in the community.
Visit getyourrefund.org to have an IRS-certified volunteer file taxes for free or visit myfreetaxes.com to file taxes for free online if lacking self-employment income. To learn more about 3SquaresVT and the EITC visit vermontfoodhelp.com/seasonal-updates/eitc.