Free Tax Preparation Services Through VITA Program
2026-02-02 00:00 - 2026-04-02 00:00 (America/Denver)
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) announces the return of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for the 2026 tax season.
Free professional tax preparation for individuals with a household income of $69,000 or less.
IRS-certified WNMU business students will offer free tax preparation and electronic filing services to eligible community members starting February 2, 2026.
February 2, – April 2, 2026, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The site will be closed during Spring Break, March 9–13, 2026.
WNMU Watts Hall, 501 E. 18th Street.

The VITA program at WNMU is a long-standing partnership between the university and the IRS. It provides Business Administration students with invaluable hands-on experience while offering a vital, free service to the Silver City and Grant County community. All student volunteers undergo rigorous IRS training and testing to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
To ensure a complete and accurate return, taxpayers must bring:

Photo ID(Driver’s license, state ID, or passport)
Social Security Cardsor ITINs for all individuals listed on the return
All Income Statements:W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant documents
Health Insurance Information:Forms 1095-A, B, or C
Banking Information:A voided check or account numbers for direct deposit of refunds

Prior Year Return: A copy of your 2024 tax return (highly recommended).

For questions contact: 575-538-6329 or Henry.Singletary@wnmu.edu.
