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The Campaign for Working Families is changing people’s lives by giving low to moderate income families the tools they need to help their families gain financial stability they need to ensure a quality life for themselves and their children.
The coalition was started in 2004 thanks to a grant from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. By bringing together community leaders, nonprofits and businesses the Campaign for Working Families is creating lasting change and prosperity to hundreds of families each year.
Our Goals
EARN IT—To increase the resources available to the working poor, primarily through providing free tax preparation.
KEEP IT—To provide free financial education classes to build assets and become financially secure.
SAVE IT—Encourage saving, as part of
people’s everyday lives.
Free Income Tax Preparation
The Campaign has provided free income tax preparation in Volusia and Flagler Counties over the last four years. IRS certified volunteers are trained to identify taxpayer’s eligibility for federal tax credits and to help low-to-moderate income workers file accurate tax returns.
Many taxpayers who are eligible for free tax preparation also are eligible for the EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit). EITC is one of the best anti-poverty programs offered by the federal government.
Over $6 million of EITC money goes unclaimed in Volusia/Flagler each year. Free Tax Sites are open from January thru April each year. For locations, days and times, call 2-1-1. |
How Will You Benefit?
Money Smart Classes
FREE Financial Education
With the help of volunteer instructors and community supporters, Campaign for Working Families offers FREE FDIC Money Smart Financial Education Classes in Volusia and Flagler County.
Training program helps families & individuals enhance their money skills and create positive banking relationships.
Fosters financial stability for individuals, families, and entire communities
Topics includes: spending and savings plans, how your credit history affects your credit future
Savings Campaign
The Savings Program is a program based on the philosophy of taking small steps in order to reach an attainable financial goal. We were able to encourage saving in our Money Smart Classes for 93 people who received a $50 savings bond for completion of the course. 33 of them also met their six month savings goal and received a second $50 savings bond.
We Need Your Support!
Your support creates an opportunity for the working majority to improve their personal financial health which affects their lives, the lives of their families, and the community.
Community Sponsor:
- Sponsor a Money Smart Class or VITA Site
- Make a monetary or in-kind contribution to the Campaign for Working Families to supports all program activities\
- Recruit staff to volunteer as class facilitators or tax preparers
Volunteer
- CERTIFIED VITA TAX PREPARER
Electronically prepare & file federal tax forms
Receive IRS Certification upon completion of training and testing (20 hrs.)
Computer literacy a plus; no previous tax experience required
- GREETER/INTAKE CLERK
Assist clients in preparing paperwork
Provide facility support to site coordinator
No certification required
Training provided (2 hrs.)
- FINANCIAL EDUCATOR:
Become a FDIC Money Smart Trainer
Attend Train-the-Trainer Course (8hrs.)
Deliver the FDIC Money Smart Course in a sensitive, timely and professional manner (minimum of 8 modules per class)
Join a volunteer leadership committee
Our Funding and Key Partners:
Campaign for Working Families
3747 W. International Speedway Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32124
Phone: 386-366-9048
Fax: 386-253-9517
Email: sjackson@unitedwayvfc.org
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