Cooperative AgreementPostedDiscretionary

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)

Tax Counseling for the Elderly
TCE-2026
Application Deadline
May 31, 2025
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
Total Program Funding
$12,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is offering a grant opportunity through the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program, which provides free tax assistance to individuals aged 60 and older. Eligible applicants include private or public nonprofit organizations with experience in volunteer coordination and tax preparation, aiming to enhance the financial well-being of elderly taxpayers by offering tax counseling from January 1 to April 15 each year, along with year-round related activities. The program anticipates awarding approximately $12 million in grants, with applications due by May 31, 2025, and submissions must be made through Grants.gov. Interested organizations can find more information and contact the TCE Grant Program Office at tce.grant.office@irs.gov for further inquiries.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Grant Documents

1 Files
P6085--2025-05-00.pdf
PDF1996 KBMay 4, 2025
AI Summary
The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Grant Program, funded by the IRS, provides free tax assistance to individuals aged 60 or older through agreements with nonprofit agencies. The program is aimed at improving the financial well-being of elderly taxpayers by coordinating volunteers who offer tax counseling from January 1 to April 15 annually, with related activities year-round. Eligible applicants include private or public nonprofit organizations with experience in volunteer coordination and tax preparation. The program anticipates awarding approximately $12 million in grants, with the average prior year's award around $20,000. Applications are due by May 31, 2025, and must be submitted through Grants.gov. Evaluation criteria for applicants encompass experience, partnerships, financial operations, target audience focus, and quality control. Grants are one-year awards, with options for multi-year extensions, dependent on performance. IRS guidelines delineate funding restrictions, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations. This program reflects a commitment to supporting the elderly community in navigating tax complexities, ensuring all grants are aligned with federal regulations and performance standards.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedMay 1, 2025
deadlineApplication DeadlineMay 31, 2025

Funding Details

Est. Total Program Funding
$12,000,000
Expected Awards
100
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Tax Counseling for the Elderly(USDOT-IRS-TCE)
Funding Category
Other
Funding Instrument
Cooperative Agreement

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

21.006

Official Sources