The Kendall County IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program will begin preparing tax returns for low to moderate income individuals and families earning $51,000 and below.

The organization will begin preparing returns Feb. 2 - April 13 on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Kendall County Food Pantry, 1204A Deer St. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments can be made as well. To make an appointment call (630) 553-0473.

Jennifer Johnson, site coordinator for the VITA program in Kendall County, said many people are not aware they may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit.

What to bring:

• A copy of last year’s tax return
• Proof of  Identification – picture ID
• All forms, W-2, 1098 and 1099
• Information for other income
• Identification number for Child Care Provider
• Information for deductions/credits
• Proof of account for direct deposit of refund (e.g. voided check)
• Social Security cards and/or ITIN notices/cards for you, your spouse and dependents

VITA tax preparers are IRS certified volunteers.

In order to claim EITC for 2012, the following must be met:

• Must have earned income (wages or self employment income)
• Must have a valid Social Security Number
• Investment income limited to $3,200
• Generally must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien all year
• Cannot file as married filing separately
• Cannot be a qualifying child of another person
• Cannot file Form 2555 or 2555-EZ (related to foreign earned income)