[Tax Counseling for the Elderly](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly)

May 31, 2026 (Application submission deadline)

Approx. $12,000,000 total funding; ~100 awards expected; award size varies by applicant and program scope.

Supports nonprofits and tribal organizations in providing free tax counseling and assistance to individuals aged 60 or older.

--- ## Description This federal program, administered by the IRS, provides cooperative agreements to eligible organizations to deliver free tax counseling and assistance to individuals aged 60 and above. The goal is to ensure that elderly taxpayers have access to high-quality, no-cost federal income tax preparation and advice. Grantees are responsible for all aspects of program operation, including volunteer recruitment, training, site selection, and management. Activities typically focus on the main tax season (January 1–April 15), but may extend year-round to ensure efficient support for seniors. --- ## Due Dates - May 31, 2026: Application submission deadline (Closing date for TCE grant applications) --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $12,000,000 - Expected number of awards: approximately 100 - Award amounts vary depending on the scope and scale of the proposed program - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) Additional requirements: - Applicants must have experience coordinating volunteer programs and in income tax return preparation. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361973) by the deadline. - The application period is May 1–May 31. - Review, evaluation, and ranking occur June 1–September 30. - Notification of selection or non-selection is typically by October 1. - The period of performance for awarded grants runs from October 1 to September 30 of the following year. --- ## Additional Information - Grant funds can be used for volunteer expense reimbursement, administrative support, and technical support for electronic filing. - Awarded organizations are responsible for publicity, recruitment, training, and management of volunteers. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - More details and application instructions are available on the [IRS VITA and TCE Grants webpage](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-vita-and-tce-grants). --- ## External Links - [IRS TCE Program Overview](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly) - [IRS VITA and TCE Grants](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-vita-and-tce-grants) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361973) - [Apply for a TCE Grant](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/applying-for-a-tce-grant) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Program Office | Internal Revenue Service, Grant Program Office, Stop 420-D, 401 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308 | | Email | [tce.grant.office@irs.gov](mailto:tce.grant.office@irs.gov) | | Program Info Page | [IRS TCE Contact Page](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly) |

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)

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