(AGENPARL) – ven 17 marzo 2023 Federal-State Economic Mobility Partnership activates network to provide critical tax assistance to low-income families []
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 17, 2023
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Federal-State Economic Mobility Partnership activates network to provide critical tax assistance to low-income families
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is leading these economic mobility efforts through numerous innovative initiatives involving state agency coordination and partnerships, funding Mile High United Way’s Tax Help Colorado and 2-1-1 programs, the Get Ahead Colorado statewide public information campaign connecting Coloradans to free tax help and grants to local agencies for statewide tax outreach. The tax returns prepared by trained AmeriCorps members bring much-needed economic relief, helping Coloradans have the financial resources to meet their basic needs, so people, parents, and children can thrive. Tax credits are an effective tool for poverty reduction and are linked to positive health and educational outcomes. Nearly half (approximately $6.3 million) of the $15 million in refunds came directly from tax credits.
“AmeriCorps Week is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of members and partnerships like the Colorado Economic Mobility Partnership that connect underserved communities to vital resources and support healthy economic futures,” said AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith. “The American Rescue Plan tax benefits, including the Child Tax Credit, provided critical poverty relief to Americans in need. I’m incredibly proud of our federal-state partnerships in Colorado and across the country, putting millions of dollars back into our local communities, where it’s needed most.”
“The Polis-Primavera administration is committed to saving Coloradans money. Thanks to the great work of five AmeriCorps NCCC teams, almost seven thousand individuals and families have more money to spend as they see fit. A family’s finances have a direct impact on their wellness, and the Polis-Primavera administration is committed to creating a state where everyone can lead healthy lives,” said Colorado Lt. Governor Primavera.
“Tax preparation can be stressful for all of us, but with only 80% of eligible Coloradans claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit, so many families are leaving money on the table that could help them pay for their basic needs,” said Mile High United Way President and CEO Christine Benero. “Mile High United Way’s Tax Help Colorado is the largest Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program in Colorado, and we couldn’t provide the literally millions of dollars in refunds to families without our partners at AmeriCorps. We are so grateful for the talent, enthusiasm and compassion that AmeriCorps members bring to our Tax Help Colorado sites across the state.”
AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service.
About Mile High United Way
Working side-by-side with the community, Mile High United Way takes on critical human services issues facing our seven-county footprint, including the Metro Denver, Boulder and Broomfield communities. Our united approach changes the odds for all children, families, and individuals in our community, so that we all have the opportunity to succeed. Learn more at unitedwaydenver.org and follow us on social media @UnitedWayDenver.
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