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To the 2-1-1 Community,
The sun is shining, smiles all around. Winter has left us with some beautiful images of snow-covered mountains and reservoirs full of water. With spring upon us, there's a freshness in the air, a new beginning of sorts.
Let us not forget about the hard work being done by our partner agencies day in and day out. Rain or shine, they show up to help better the lives of those in our community. For that, we are forever grateful.
2-1-1 Sacramento is proud to host the most comprehensive database of community resources in Sacramento County. Together, with our partners, we are changing lives, removing barriers and providing vital data and trend information for proactive community planning. If you know of a partner agency in which 2-1-1 can be of added value, please let us know!
Sincerely,
Richard Abrusci
Director, 2-1-1 Sacramento |
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Free Tax Preparation Assistance
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The thought of having to file taxes bringing you down? You might qualify for free tax preparation!
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a service that invites households earning less than $54,000 yearly to get their taxes prepared for free by IRS-certified volunteers.
If you're feeling confident and made less than $62,000 last year, you can even file your own taxes with the same free software used by the tax preparers at www.MyFreeTaxes.com/sacramentovalley.
Other software options are available through the IRS FreeFile website.
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Jobs(+) - Powered by Goodwill
Goodwill Corporate Office
8001 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95826
916-395-9000
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As we move into the future, job searching is changing. Making a suitable jobs match is becoming more difficult with the many different qualifications and limitations to account for, and things can get complicated. Jobs(+) is a central hub for job seekers with employment goals and employers looking to source qualified and prepared candidates. Jobs(+) is for everyone who is ready to work, from unemployed individuals to seasoned professionals, from seniors looking for computer skills to students planning their future.
Open to people with disadvantages who have employment goals, Jobs(+) is revolutionizing traditional hiring practices. Members will have access for the duration of their individual plan while enjoying individual and group work study areas with a wide variety of ergonomic furniture, power outlets and wireless access. Jobs(+) is equipped with touch-screen computers, iPads, and adaptive technology to access educational, training and employment resources. Employers make use of Jobs(+) as well, aligning the demands of local employers with the needs of individuals seeking employment and career development opportunities. Coaches at Jobs(+) can also help with barriers such as lack of child care, transportation, housing, and assistive technology. Come now and work with your coach to develop your Roadmap to Success.
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Do you need help paying for food? You may qualify for CalFresh. The income limits have recently gone up so more families can now qualify. CalFresh, formerly known as food stamps, is accessible to individuals with a gross monthly income of less than $1,962. Each additional individual in the house raises the threshold by $694, up to six people. If you have six people in your household, you can make up to $5,430 in gross monthly income and still qualify. CalFresh aims to put healthy and nutritious food on the table and can be used to purchase most foods at many markets, farmers' markets and food stores. During the summer months, certain farmers markets that accept the EBT card will match dollar to dollar (up to $20) for fresh produce, making it that much more rewarding to eat healthy. Apply today online at: www.mybenefitscalwin.org
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CALIFORNIA EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT (EITC)...
There is a new tax credit this year that puts money back into the pockets of working Californians. The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) provides an opportunity for individuals and families to get ahead. Families can earn up to $6,000 with this new credit when combined with the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). If you have at least two children and earned less than $13,870 in 2015, you're eligible to earn up to a $2,358 tax credit just by getting your taxes done. Only have one child and made less than $9,880? You can still earn a $1,428 tax credit by simply filing your taxes. Individuals with no children who made less than $6,850 can receive an extra $214 on their tax return.
Nearly 30,000 families and individuals in Sacramento County will be eligible for this new credit. Don't miss out on money that is available to you from the state of California.
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Are you a listed service provider in the 2-1-1 database? If so, go
online to add, change or update your information. You can also
notify the 2-1-1 Resource Department of any outdated or incorrect information. The process is quick and easy, and ensures accurate service delivery to our mutual clients.
Thank you!
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On February 18, 2016, a gentleman came into the Goodwill building clutching a nervous smile and a VITA flyer. He found our flyer advertising tax appointments, but was unable to call and make an appointment because he is totally and permanently deaf. In search of familiarity and convenience in this new town, he ventured through our doors in hopes for tax assistance. I had the invaluable opportunity to use the public computers in the lobby to walk him through the sometimes daunting intricacies of the tax world. He and I communicated by typing notes into our phones as we navigated through his documents together. I sat with him for roughly an hour and became rather connected to him despite us never exchanging a single word. Upon departure, the nervousness on his face was wiped away by the heftiness of his bank account. I value the opportunity this client presented to me in order to strengthen my nonverbal communication skills, patience, and knowledge on tax preparation. This one Thursday in February taught me that some of the largest impacts do not need to make a sound in order to be heard.
-Ben Mack, AmeriCorps NCCC Pacific Region, Class 22, Blue 5
(2-1-1 Call Center volunteer)
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8001 Folsom Boulevard
Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95826
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(916) 447-7063
(916) 779-3335 Fax
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directory@211sacramento
.org
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