FREE Federal & State Income Tax Return Preparation
and electronic filing
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a community collaborative effort between DC Connect, Inc., the IRS, and other community organizations to provide free federal and state income tax return preparation and electronic filing for low-income households.
Volunteers play a critical role in providing this valuable community service.
If you are interested in volunteering, Contact Bill Gilleland, VITA Program Coordinator at billg@medicalministries.org
Click Here for more information on volunteering!
ALL OF OUR SITES ARE NOW CLOSED.
Hope to see you next year.
Check back on January 1, 2027.
We will still try to answer tax questions, especially if your 2025 return was done at one of our sites.
Call (336) 726-5828; you will probably have to leave a voicemail.
Please answer return calls from this number or any (336)-243-32xx number.
If you still need to do your 2025 return:
Check this IRS free site locator webpage to find any nearby sites that are still open:
https://freetaxassistance.for.irs.gov/s/sitelocator
Do-It-Yourself Options
Part of United Way Worldwide, MFT provides a gateway to tax software with no limiting parameters, other than maximum gross income. It includes preparing and e-filing both Federal and State returns. Visit MFT to register and receive a special link that allows the creation and filing of both Federal and State tax returns, all for no charge. MFT also provides a free option for those with income greater than $89,000.
There are several different options. Use their look-up tool to find a program that meets your criteria (and lets you file a free state return). Those with income greater than $89,000 can use Free Fillable Forms. Information on these fillable forms can also be found at the above link.
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All information below is about the Tax Year 2025/Tax Season 2026
*SPECIAL 2025 Federal Return Income Deductions*
Tip Income, Overtime Premium Payments, & New Car Loan Deductions
Click the *Link* above for more details, including what documents will have to be provided.
IRS Wants Refunds Direct Deposited!
Paper checks sent via US Mail will be delayed six weeks or longer.
Visit https://www.fdic.gov/getbanked to find a local bank where you can create an account.
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify for this service if:
Your family income is less than $55,000
All income is documented
You do not have rental income or other more complicated tax issues.
You do not have self-employment income with business expenses over $50,000.
Scheduling an
APPOINTMENT
Lexington - Thomasville - Denton
See below on scheduling at the Davidson-Davie Community College VITA site.
Scheduling opens Monday, January 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
We only able to schedule the "next two weeks" due to volunteer availability.
Preferred Method: Schedule an Appointment Online
https://tinyurl.com/DavCoFREEtaxes
For only those without Internet Access: Call 336-726-5828
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - Noon
Cancellations must be made via Phone
After scheduling, click here for a checklist of required documents
DC CONNECT VITA TAX SITES IN DAVIDSON COUNTY
THOMASVILLE
First Baptist Church Annex
6 Cramer St, Thomasville, NC 27360
1st Baptist is on Randolph, but the Annex is on the backside. Cramer St is One Way & must be entered from East Main St.
Opens January 26, 2026 / Closes April 13, 2026
APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED
Walk-ins Accepted at these times:
Mondays 1:00 – 4:45, Wednesdays 2:00 – 5:45
Saturdays (February 14 & March 28) 9:30 AM – 1:15 PM.
LEXINGTON
First Evangelical Lutheran Church
Family Life Center
320 S State St, Lexington, NC 27292
Access the Parking Lot off of W. 4th Ave, behind church.
Opens January 27, 2026 / Closes April 14, 2026
APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED
Walk-ins Accepted at these times:
Tuesdays 2:00 – 5:45, Thursdays 1:00-4:45
Saturdays (February 21 & April 11) 9:30 AM – 1:15 PM.
DENTON
292 S Main St, Denton, NC 27239
Park on E. Finch Ave. Use rear entrance.
Opens January 29, 2026/ Closed March 30, 2026
APPOINTMENTS ONLY
DAVIDSON-DAVIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Learning Resource Center, 2nd Floor (Love Building)
DDCC Campus Map
https://www.davidsondavie.edu/mission-vision-values/locations/davidson-campus-map/
Opens February 2, 2026 / Closes April 14, 2026
APPOINTMENTS ONLY
Scheduling an appointment online is preferred.
Visit the College website for information on scheduling an appointment.
https://www.davidsondavie.edu/student-life/student-resources/campus-connections/tax-preparation/
Scheduling by phone, 336-224-4569,
Part of United Way Worldwide, MFT provides a gateway to tax software with no limiting parameters, other than maximum gross income. It includes preparing and e-filing both Federal and State returns. Visit MFT to register and receive a special link that allows the creation and filing of both Federal and State tax returns, all for no charge. MFT also provides a free option for those with income greater than $89,000.
There are several different options. Use their look-up tool to find a program that meets your criteria (and lets you file a free state return). Those with income greater than $89,000 can use Free Fillable Forms. Information on these fillable forms can also be found at the above link.
Local (Davidson County) Tax Questions: 336-726-5828
General NC Tax Information: 877-252-3052
IRS Regular Refund Hotline: 800-829-1954
IRS Tax Help for the Deaf: 800-829-4059 (TDD)
IRS Tax Information & Assistance: 800-829-1040
IRS Taxpayer Advocate: 877-777-4778
NC Refund Information: 877-252-4052
Social Security Administration: 800-772-1213