United Way VITA Program: Free Tax Prep & Community Impact

Sep 11, 2025 at 11:09 am by Producer



On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett talks with Ashley Wenzel, VP of Development and Programs, and Haley Vaughn, Assistant Director of Economic Mobility with United Way. They share details about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides free tax prep services across Middle Tennessee. Learn how the program returned over $2.4 million in refunds during the 2024 tax season, saved clients nearly $800,000 in prep fees, and the vital role volunteers play in serving more than 11,000 clients in recent years. Discover how you can get help with your taxes or volunteer to make a difference in your community. For more information, check the website or email VITA Coordinator Shannon Bauer at Shannon.Bauer@yourlocaluw.org.