The UMD Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides tax return preparation services for low and moderate-income residents of the Duluth-Superior area.
Students participating in the VITA program will earn one or two credits in their major, gain real-world experience in tax return preparation, and participate in a service-learning program at two community locations, the Duluth Public Library and in LSBE.
As a service-learning program, VITA provides a hands-on experience not only preparing the returns for clients but also developing client service skills and aiding people in need in their community. Students gain both marketable workplace skills as well as the benefits that come from giving back to their community.
