Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)
ID: 353850Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (USDOT-IRS-TCE)

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353850

Additional Information

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-vita-and-tce-grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity through the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program, which provides free tax assistance to individuals aged 60 and older. Eligible nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status are invited to apply for grants to train volunteers who will assist elderly taxpayers in preparing their federal income tax returns, particularly during the filing season from January 1 to April 15, although activities can occur year-round. This program is crucial for ensuring that senior citizens receive quality tax assistance, with an estimated total funding of $12 million available for approximately 100 awards. Interested organizations must submit their applications via grants.gov between May 1 and May 31, 2024, and can direct inquiries to the TCE Grant Program Office at tce.grant.office@irs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    tce.grant.office@irs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    TCE Notice of Funding Opportunity 2025_FINAL.docx
    The U.S. Department of Treasury's Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is offering a Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Grant, with a total of $12 million available for 50-60 anticipated awards. Eligible agencies and organizations that have experience in coordinating volunteer programs and income tax return preparation can apply for the grant, which provides free tax help to individuals aged 60 or older. The application deadline is May 31, 2024.
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