Message from Richard Porth
President/CEO, United Way of Connecticut
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable tax credit that helps individuals and families with lower incomes keep more of the money they earned. The EITC typically increases the tax refunds received by those who qualify, and in Connecticut it can be claimed on federal and state tax returns.
For qualifying individuals and families, the EITC adds to their tax refund and makes it possible to pay off debts, save for a rainy day, or invest in their future.
This credit provides a much needed boost for low and moderate income workers, but it is estimated that anywhere from 20% to 25% of qualifying households do not claim the EITC. When you file your taxes this year, be sure to check whether you qualify to receive the EITC.
You can learn more about the EITC and other tax credits you may be eligible for, and find free tax preparation help on our website or by calling 2-1-1.
|
January is National Mentoring Month
|
One way to make a positive difference in the life of a young person (and your own) is to be a mentor.
New research from the National Mentoring Partnership reveals that at-risk young adults with a mentor are more likely to aspire to enroll in and graduate from college, volunteer in their communities, and express an interest in becoming a mentor themselves.
There are many youth throughout Connecticut who would benefit from a formal mentoring relationship, and there is a particular need for male mentors. You can find mentoring opportunities with a call to 2-1-1 or a click to the 2-1-1 website. To find mentoring opportunities online, just click here, enter your town or zip code and search for "Mentoring" under the Search by Service Keyword heading.
|