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An Online Resource Library on Domestic & Sexual Violence
This summary of information was taken from self-assessments conducted by Military Service Academies (MSA) in the school year 2015-2016, measuring the outcomes of prevention and response efforts within the military.
Advocates working on college campuses or with college students should understand their local colleges sexual assault policy. This will help them be prepared to advocate for a survivor-centered approach when issues arise. This paper outlines some of the most common missteps to watch out for, then identifies promising practices used by campuses in our region, and finally provides tips and resources for advocates.
Refund Anticipation Loans (RALs) are high-interest loans tax payers can purchase to speed up delivery of their tax refunds. Because the majority of taxpayers who purchase RALs are low-income people, many advocacy groups believe RALs to be a predatory lending practice.
Refund Anticipation Loans (RALs) are high-interest loans tax payers can purchase to speed up delivery of their tax refunds. The majority of taxpayers who purchase RALs are low-income people claiming the EITC. Many policy makers and advocacy groups believe RALs to be a predatory lending practice. This site provides the history of RALs, rates and risks, current relevant policy efforts, and additional references.
As part of the CPBB's National EITC Outreach Campaign, this site provides information about free tax preparation services, alternatives to commercial tax providers, precautionary tips, tax preparation software, and links to additional resources.
The IRS VITA and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify. This site provides basic information about these programs, how to find services by state, and what type of documentation is needed.
This page provides basic information about the AOTC, including how to qualify, which expenses are allowable, and where to access application forms.
This page provides information about tax credits, deductions and savings plans that can help taxpayers with their expenses for higher education.
This page provides general information about the ATC including who can qualify, refund levels, and links to the necessary forms. The site also explains changes to the ATC over the past few years.
The Adoption Tax Credit allows low and moderate income workers to receive a refund against adoption related expenses. This fact sheet explains the eligibility requirements, and provides a comparison of new rules enacted by Congress in 2010 and the effect of these rules on foster and adoptive parents.
This fact sheet provides information about the CDCTC, eligibility, benefits to families, how to claim this credit, and where to find additional resources.
This booklet provides an overview of the CDCTC, explains which expenses qualify, and includes charts for determining eligibility and worksheets for correctly claiming the CDCTC on tax returns.
This page provides basic information about dollar limits, qualifying individuals, and reporting for the Child and Dependent Care Credit.
The IRS has created a special Advance Child Tax Credit 2021 page designed to provide the most up-to-date information about the credit and the advance payments. You can find information about tools related to the Child Tax Credit on this webpage.
This page provides quick facts about the CTC including qualifications, credit levels, limitations, and links to application forms.
This is an easy to read chart comparing the basic eligibility requirements for these two tax credit programs, including age of child, sources and levels of income, immigration status and impact on public benefits.
Based on IRS rules, eligibility for the EITC and CTC is prioritized for parents who live with their children more than half of the year, even if other families who live with the child can also claim the credit. This fact sheet provides information about IRS rules around custody status and eligibility for the EITC and CTC.
This section explains how the tax system affects couples and families with children. It covers the EITC, CTC, subsidies for childcare, and marriage incentives and penalties. It is a chapter from a comprehensive briefing book, which includes explanations about key federal tax policies, state and local tax policy efforts, legislative considerations, and recommendations for improvements. The complete briefing book is designed to be read by topic or chapter, not straight through from beginning to end, and includes links to supporting data and publications.
This manual describes a number of child-related provisions in the individual income tax code, and describes the specific benefits for each targeted group.
Credit for the Elderly or Disabled: For use in preparing 2013 Returns by the Internal Revenue Service
People over the age of 65 or those who retired on permanent and total disability may be able to reduce the amount of taxes owed. It includes forms for determining eligibility and how to claim the credit.
The Real Economic Impact Tour is collaboration of private and public national organizations aimed at bringing financial education and tax preparation help to persons with disabilities. This page provides basic statistics about the EITC, including details about income eligibility and the relationship between the EITC, SSDI and other public assistance programs.
This site spells out EITC eligibility criteria for people with disabilities and people with children with disabilities, including what types of assistance are counted as earned income and how the EITC interacts with public assistance such as TANF and Medicaid.
This brochure outlines the various tax deduction, tax credit, and income inclusion programs available to people with disabilities. Information is also included for people with dependents who have disabilities and for employers accommodating employees with disabilities.
In 1996 the IRS established the Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN), to allow people without social security numbers to file and pay taxes. The IRS allows individuals who have an ITIN to access tax credits for low-income workers.
