CASA prepares income taxes for free in York, Lancaster, and on a limited basis Chester and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Due to the COVID pandemic, in order to keep safe taxpayers and our volunteers, CASA will do most of our service with limited in-person activity and with scheduled appointments. Please arrive on-time and with all proper materials to complete your return.
Lancaster Welcome Center
315 West James Street, Suite 107 Lancaster, PA 17603 Call for an appointment: 717.200.1120 Monday-Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
York Welcome Center
907 Roosevelt Ave York, PA 17404 Call for an appointment: 717.219.7974 Monday-Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
What to Bring to a Tax Appointment
Photo Identification
Social Security Card/ITIN Document *any issues contact CASA
Copy of 2019 Return
W2, 1099s, and all other income documentation
Birthdates of all those listed on the return *ALL adults listed must be present to sign the return, all dependents must present original social security card
If self-employed bring all expenses and income information (including cash)
Child Care Information: tax ID number, provider, address
Bank account number and bank routing number (or a voided check)
Information about money received by IRS or state from the previous year
Any other tax related documentation you have received
CASA Free Tax Program At a Glance
Prepare your Federal and State income tax
Help you get your refund by check or direct deposit, based on your preference. We can help you open a bank account so you can get a direct deposit, and get your refund without paying commissions and interests.
Provide guidance to claim your stimulus payments when you are eligible and have not yet received it.
File for a new ITIN so you can start paying income taxes.
Renew your ITIN if yours is already expired.
Improve your financial knowledge, so you can increase your credit score, and prepare a household budget to save money.
Eligibility
This service is available for all household that made lower than $64,000, and live in Pennsylvania, regardless of the City or County of residence.