ELKINS — Tygart Valley United Way once again joined the Internal Revenue Service and partners nationwide in proclaiming January 23, 2026 as Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day. “In total, this credit alone was responsible for returning over $200,000 to taxpayers served by our VITA program.”Low-to-moderate-income households can receive free tax preparation services through Tygart Valley United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. All eligible taxpayers are required to complete a federal income tax return in order to claim the EITC, even those not required to file otherwise. IRS-certified volunteers in the VITA program look forward to educating the community on the EITC and other valuable credits, including the Child Tax Credit, Additional Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit. To schedule an appointment with Tygart Valley United Way’s VITA Program for free tax preparation, call 304-366-4550.