VITA Program Returns Over $1.5 Million in Tax Refunds to County Residents

The United Way of Chautauqua County helped return more than $1.5 million in tax refunds to county residents through this year's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. That from Executive Director Amy Rohler, who says they partnered with several local libraries, SUNY Fredonia, and some nonprofits in facilitating the program across the county. Rohler says nearly 1,300 households were assisted this tax season through VITA...

Amy Rohler: served nearly 1,300 taxpayers

In addition to filing tax returns, two dozen volunteers helped maximize eligible tax credits. This year, the program also helped county residents claim $431,553 in Earned Income Tax Credits and $186,764 in Child Tax Credits.

Photo by the United Way of Chautauqua County