VITA Tax Preparation Assistance | Salt and Light
1819 South Philo Road, Urbana, IL 61802
Must meet one of the following: household income less than $69,000, adults age 60+, individuals with limited English-speaking ability, individuals with a disability
Photo ID (for each tax payer and their spouse), Social Security cards (or ITIN letters) for the taxpayer, spouse, and all dependents, All tax documents such as FORM W-2 and Form 1099, Form 1098-T for all college students, Bank routing and account number (for direct deposit of refund)
Main Phone
Visit in person
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Champaign County, IL
IRS trained volunteers assist persons of all ages each year to prepare income tax forms at no cost. This is a partnership with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
For 2026, the site is open February 6-mid-April - CLOSED March 15-23 for the University's spring break:
Tuesdays 3 pm-7 pm
Wednesdays 1 pm-5 pm
Thursdays 1 pm-5 pm
Fridays 1 pm-5 pm
Saturdays 11 am-5 pm
03/16/2026
Salt and Light
Provides a thrift and grocery store, with a program option for participants to get workforce development, personal wellness resources, and access to groceries, clothes, and household items.