Tax Credit Alliance of Nebraska / Lincoln VITA

Help Us Help Others. Volunteer with TCAN!

Volunteering with TCAN is more than helping prepare tax returns—it's an opportunity to build skills, gain confidence, and make a meaningful difference in the community. Katie P recently shared her experience on LinkedIn, and we're excited to share her story.

Tax Credit Alliance internship testimonial with a cartoon woman’s illustration and LinkedIn branding.

"While reflecting on the last semester working as a site coordinator for Tax Credit Alliance of Nebraska, I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally. During my internship, I had the chance to lead tax preparation sites throughout the community, helping ensure clients received high quality service while maintaining compliance with IRS guidelines. I also earned my IRS tax certification, which allowed me to develop a strong understanding of U.S. tax law and confidently assist clients in preparing accurate tax returns. One of the most rewarding parts of this experience was working directly with clients. Whether answering questions about appointments eligibility, or the filing process, I enjoyed helping individuals feel informed and supported while ensuring they received every refund and tax credit they were entitled to. This internship strengthened my communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills while reinforcing the importance of making a positive impact in the community. I'm thankful to the Tax Credit Alliance of Nebraska, my supervisors, Melissa Bauer and Katharina Stokes, and everyone I had the opportunity to work alongside for such a valuable experience. I'm excited to carry these skills forward as I begin the next chapter of my career."

Free Tax Help for Nebraska Residents

The Tax Credit Alliance of Nebraska (TCAN) offers free tax preparation and support services across the state through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs.

Our Internal Revenue Service (IRS)-sponsored program is part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center on Children, Families, and the Law, and is staffed by IRS-certified volunteers trained each year on the latest tax laws.

We serve individuals and families with low-to-moderate income, people with disabilities, non-filing households with children, English language learners, students, and older adults. View our brochure!

The Vault - Volunteer Login

The Vault gives volunteers a simple, secure way to stay connected with the program. Use it to sign up for volunteer shifts, view your schedule, record and track service hours, and receive important messages and updates—all in one place, whenever and wherever it’s convenient.

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Help for working parents and families

Nebraska’s refundable Child Care Tax Credit for Working Parents can help ease the pressures on families and make providing for their little ones just a little easier.