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Millions of Americans filing their 2026 taxes can claim new deductions that could save thousands, including breaks on tips, overtime, and car loan interest. The average tax refund is up nearly 11% this year, putting more money back in people's pockets.
In just six weeks, trained volunteers in Denton County helped working families claim over $811,000 in tax refunds they might have missed. Since 2008, this free program has put more than $20.5 million back into the pockets of families who need it most.
Retired volunteers in Utah County are helping thousands of families claim millions in tax refunds while building connections that transform their community. One volunteer's simple act of kindness in a computer class shows how wisdom and experience create ripple effects far beyond the hours served.
Free tax preparation volunteers in Dane County helped neighbors claim nearly $5 million in refunds last year, turning tax season stress into surprising wins for over 3,000 families. Now the program is back and ready to help even more residents discover money they didn't know they had coming.
Volunteers across Oregon helped nearly 10,000 families file tax returns last year, recovering $14 million in refunds that would have gone unclaimed. Now they're recruiting more volunteers to help even more people get money they've already earned.
Starting this tax season, North Carolina residents can donate part of their refund to save endangered wildlife with a single checkbox. Every $100 donated gets matched with $186 in federal grants, nearly tripling the conservation impact.