Become a Volunteer

Opportunities include:

• Language interpreter: Spanish, Hmong, Karen, Vietnamese, Somali, Oromo, and other languages are in high demand.
• Tax return preparer: Become IRS-certified to prepare income tax returns for Minnesota families.
• Quality reviewer: Double-check returns for accuracy.
• Administrative assistant: Greet taxpayers and ensure they brought the necessary documents to have their returns prepared.

You can volunteer with either:

• VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program: VITA completes simple tax returns during weekday evenings and Saturdays. Both the department and various community organizations support this program.
• AARP Tax Aide Program: AARP Tax Aide provides free tax assistance during daytime hours on weekdays. AARP supports this program.

Complete our online form or call us at 651-556-6389 by December 31. We will provide training in January.

No. You’ll receive training on federal and state individual income tax returns, the Minnesota Property Tax Refund return, and the tax software used.

Yes, if you have any of these professional statuses:

• Enrolled Agent (EA)
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
• California Tax Education Council (CTEC)
• Non-credentialed tax return preparer participating in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP)

Attorneys and Certified Public Accountants may also qualify for CE credits depending on their state licensing requirements or National Boards of Standards.

For details on earning CE credits through the VITA program, call us at 651-556-6389.