Wednesday, February 11, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jan. 29, 2026
CONTACT:
Ryan Helfenbein (434) 582-7751
rlhelfenbein@liberty.edu
*MEDIA ADVISORY*
LIBERTY LAW OFFERS FREE TAX ASSISTANCE FOR PUBLIC
Liberty University School of Law will host Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services free for qualifying individuals from Feb. 3-27, March 24-31, and April 2-14 (Tues./Thurs./Fri.).
Liberty Law students have partnered with the School of Business Center for Financial Literacy since 2009 to deliver tax services.
To qualify for the free service, the taxpayer’s 2025 income (or the income of both spouses if filing jointly) may not exceed $64,000.
Returns from previous years and international student tax returns cannot be filed. Both spouses must be present if married and filing jointly.
The service is offered on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment is necessary. Reservations are encouraged but not required. To make an appointment, email VITA@liberty.edu.
Dates:
·      February dates: 2/3, 2/5, 2/6, 2/10, 2/12, 2/13, 2/17, 2/19, 2/20, 2/24, 2/26, 2/27
·      March dates: 3/24, 3/26, 3/27, 3/31
·      April dates: 4/2, 4/3, 4/7, 4/9, 4/10, 4/14
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Liberty University School of Business Center for Financial Literacy, School of Business 1600; Center for Financial Literacy
What to Bring:[AD1]
·      Proof of identification (photo ID)
·      Social Security cards for you, your spouse, and dependents
·      Birth dates for you, your spouse, and dependents on the tax return
·      Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-Misc) from all employers
·      Interest and dividend statements from banks (Form 1099)
·      A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
·      Proof of bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit (blank check)
·      If applicable, the total paid for daycare provider and daycare provider’s tax identifying number (Social Security number or business Employer Identification Number)
·      Forms 1095-A, B and C, Health Coverage Statements
·      Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable.
For questions or additional information, please email VITA@Liberty.edu.
ABOUT LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Liberty University, founded in 1971, is the world’s premier Christian university, one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in the nation, and the largest university in Virginia. Located near the Blue Ridge Mountains on over 7,000 acres in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty offers more than 700 unique programs of study from the certificate to the doctoral level. Over 450 programs are offered online. Utilizing its world-class infrastructure and Christian faculty, Liberty’s mission is to Train Champions for Christ with the values, knowledge, and skills essential for impacting tomorrow’s world.