Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way

Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way Offers Online Tax Filing Tool for FREE! More than 1.3 Million MyFreeTaxes Filers Have Used MyFreeTaxes since 2009 February 9. 2021 Today, Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way announced the launch of this tax season’s MyFreeTaxes.com site. For the 12th year, United Way is providing online tax filing software, accessible through MyFreeTaxes.com, to help taxpayers easily and accurately file their taxes from their computer or smartphone. MyFreeTaxes is ...a free and easy way to file federal and state tax returns for free. Taxes can be a source of confusion and stress for Americans, said Bob Harlan, Executive Director of YSCUW. Many of us are intimidated by the complexities of taxes and afraid to make a mistake that will cost money. With MyFreeTaxes, you can take advantage of all the tax credits and deductions you qualify for. That’s especially important now, as so many are struggling in the wake of the pandemic. Key features of the online tool include: Screens for credit and deduction eligibility such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit to ensure filers receive their maximum tax refund, and lets filers check for any missed stimulus payments Shows filers how and why their refund amount is changing in real time Allows individuals to use their mobile phone, tablet, or computer to file taxes Help from a real person trained by the IRS via the MyFreeTaxes’ Helpline. The Helpline is open from 10 am-10 pm EST daily to clarify things like filing status. Access to additional financial products and resources, including free access to a student debt management tool that will help employees easily lower payments or find loan forgiveness. MyFreeTaxes is FREE for all returns and includes schedule C options. A list of the tax forms included in this free offering is available by visiting MyFreeTaxes.com.

Here is a list of Food Pantries in Yuba, Sutter and Colusa Counties, with their hours, days and locations. Please share with neighbors in need. No one needs to go without nutritious foods! (Updated 8/1/20).

At YSC United Way, we answer questions from over 500 callers a year. Homeless issues are a top issue. Here is a great option for women and children and for couples with or without children. No single men permitted.

@Walmart is supporting your local Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way by giving shoppers the opportunity to round-up their purchases to the nearest $ and donate the change. Round-up is available on WalMart.com and the Walmart app through January 29th. Thanks to Walmart for supporting our community!

Nearly $500-million in grants for small businesses and non-profit organizations available. Application deadline is January 8, but it is not first come/first served, so make sure it is well crafted and complete. Grant amounts vary dependent on size of organization revenue. SHARE!

Attention all non-profits! There are new filing forms effective now from the State Attorny General’s office. Make sure you don’t use old forms. Click below for details...

Here are the results of the Thanksgiving Day event which saw dozens of volunteers providing food for well over 1000 people and food boxes to provide nutritious foods for additional days! FULL details below! Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way provided more than 1300 pounds of turkey from the annual Turkey Drive conducted by YSC United Way and Results Radio!

"2020 Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots" Under Way In Yuba-Sutter! -- The Need Is Great...The Time Is Short! We're looking for your help in providing Christmas presents for more than 2000 youth ages newborn through 12 years in Yuba and Sutter counties this holiday season! We have placed 45+ boxes at locations in both counties (see list below). We're looking for toys, games, sporting goods and books. Here are the main rules. They must be NEW, UNWRAPPED and preferrably at a re...Continue reading

Today, December 1, is "Giving Tuesday!" could you please include Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way in your "Giving Tuesday" donations to local community organizations? BTW, 100% of the money donated through this process goes to the organization. NO service fees! Thank you so much!