Department of Accounting
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program of South Central Tennessee
The United Way VITA program is an IRS-supported tax preparation service, through which trained volunteers prepare taxes at no cost for qualifying individuals and families. The VITA program, along with My Free Taxes, connects community members with eligible credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is a benefit for working people with incomes under $80,000 and can mean more resources for essential needs such as reliable transportation, housing, and food. Households earning $80,000 or less can file their taxes for free at a VITA site during tax season or utilize MyFreeTaxes.com.
The MTSU Accounting Department and Beta Alpha Psi Zeta Gamma Chapter are proud to announce there will be two VITA sessions on campus at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee during the Spring 2025 tax season. The VITA sessions at MTSU are scheduled for the following dates:
Wednesday, February 26th from 12:45 pm – 5:15 pm Central Time
Wednesday, March 26th from 12:45 pm – 5:15 Central Time
Click here to schedule your appointment for one of the MTSU VITA sessions
There are limited spots available for the MTSU VITA sessions. Therefore, it is strongly encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance via the link above.
MTSU VITA Location:
Business and Aerospace Building (BAS) – Room S326 (SunTrust Room)
1642 MTSU Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37132
Parking for non-MTSU affiliated individuals who schedule a VITA appointment at MTSU, will be available via reserved metered spaces adjacent to the Business and Aerospace Building (BAS). These parking spots will be clearly labeled as reserved for VITA.
For a full list of non-MTSU VITA site locations in the Middle Tennessee area and hours of operation, dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-318-9335 toll-free, or visit yourlocaluw.org/VITA.
Additional Information
According to Debbie Curtis, United Way’s VITA program coordinator, the program “is a wonderful example of how United Way of South Central Tennessee works to improve the financial stability of everyone in our community, by helping to keep money in taxpayer pockets.”
“We are able to offer this free service to qualified families and individuals through the assistance of very committed volunteers and donors,” Curtis added.
During United Way’s 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, more than 1,600 tax returns were completed, resulting in a $1,752,000 investment through tax refunds, as well as $523,000 in reduced tax prep fees, for a total economic impact of over $2.2 million in Rutherford and Cannon counties. Through combined efforts with My Free Taxes, a free online filing service, the economic impact of the VITA program has consistently increased each year.
Since the VITA program’s inception in 2012, more than $16M has been invested back into Rutherford and Cannon counties through tax refunds.
About United Way
United Way advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all. United Way focuses on education, health and financial stability – the building blocks for a good quality of life. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise, and resources needed to get things done through giving, advocating, and volunteering.
UW Mission Statement
The United Way of South Central Tennessee improves lives by advancing opportunities for education, health and financial stability for all.
UW Vision Statement
To be the primary community solutions leader for human services.
MTSU’s Accounting Department
The MTSU Department of Accounting’s Beta Alpha Psi Zeta Gamma Chapter has had a long history of members and candidates volunteering their time to assist at various VITA sites within the local area. It is an incredible opportunity for MTSU Accounting students to both give back and grow professionally. This is just one of the many great initiatives happening within the Department of Accounting of the Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University.
For more information on the MTSU Accounting Department or their Beta Alpha Psi Zeta Gamma Chapter, please use the following links: