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5 assistance programs in Virginia Beach–Norfolk, 4 free

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Lower your phone, internet and tax-prep costs with programs you may qualify for. 4 sources, linked on each listing.

Virginia Beach · AARP Foundation · Participating Tax-Aide sites in Virginia Beach metro · Bills & Assistance

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation at sites nationwide.

When: Tax season

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Virginia Beach · Benefits.gov · Nationwide in Virginia Beach metro · Bills & Assistance

Official U.S. government benefits finder for assistance programs including utility and phone discounts.

When: Ongoing

Source: Benefits.govLast verified:

Virginia Beach · Internal Revenue Service · Online at IRS.gov in Virginia Beach metro · Bills & Assistance

File federal taxes free with IRS partner software if your adjusted gross income is $89,000 or less.

When: During filing season

Listed on IRSLast verified:

Virginia Beach · IRS VITA · Participating VITA sites in Virginia Beach metro · Bills & Assistance

Free basic income-tax return preparation for qualified individuals at IRS VITA sites.

When: Tax season

Source: IRSLast verified:

Virginia Beach · USAC / FCC Lifeline · Apply online (Oregon & Texas: apply via state) in Virginia Beach metro · Bills & Assistance

Federal discount on phone, internet or bundled service for households on programs like SNAP or Medicaid, or with qualifying income. Up to $34.25/mo on Tribal lands.

When: Ongoing

Listed on Lifeline Support (USAC)Last verified:

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