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

May 31, 2025 (Applications due)

Estimated total program funding: $12,000,000 | ~100 awards expected | No cost sharing required

Supports nonprofits and tribal organizations to train volunteers who provide free tax preparation assistance to individuals aged 60 or older.

Applicants must have experience coordinating volunteer programs and tax return preparation.

--- ## Description The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program, administered by the IRS, provides grants to eligible organizations to train and support volunteers who offer free federal tax return preparation and counseling to individuals aged 60 and older. The program aims to ensure that elderly taxpayers receive accurate, efficient, and accessible tax assistance, particularly during the annual tax filing season, but also through year-round activities as needed. Funding is provided through cooperative agreements, and recipients are expected to deliver training, technical assistance, and oversight to volunteers. --- ## Due Dates - **Application Deadline:** May 31, 2025 - **Review and Ranking:** June 1 – September 30, 2025 - **Notification of Awards:** October 1, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $12,000,000 - **Expected Number of Awards:** ~100 - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required - **Award Ceiling/Floor:** Not specified; awards are based on program needs and applicant capacity --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than 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/358743) by the deadline. - The application period is May 1–May 31, 2025. - Review and ranking of applications will occur June–September, with award notifications on October 1. - For detailed application instructions and requirements, visit the [IRS VITA and TCE Grants page](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-vita-and-tce-grants). --- ## Additional Information - The TCE program is authorized under Section 163 of the Revenue Act of 1978. - Program activities may be conducted year-round, but tax return preparation assistance is primarily provided January 1–April 15. - The IRS provides tax law training, certification, and oversight to ensure quality and compliance. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## External Links - [IRS TCE Program Overview](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358743) - [IRS VITA and TCE Grants Information](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/irs-vita-and-tce-grants) - [Assistance Listing 21.006 – Tax Counseling for the Elderly](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Grant Program Office | [tce.grant.office@irs.gov](mailto:tce.grant.office@irs.gov) | | Program Webpage | [Tax Counseling for the Elderly](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-counseling-for-the-elderly) | ---

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)

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