Tara Falls tells us about how United Way dollars and the Willis Dady Shelter have helped her.
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) are offering free state and federal income tax preparation. This year, individuals and families that earned $50,000 or less can qualify for assistance. Jones County resident, Kim Cross commented, “I’ve used VITA the last two years. Everyone I’ve worked with has been super friendly, [...]
Nearly 17,400 households in the United Way’s six county service area are receiving Food Assistance through the State. These households are receiving an average of $10 a day, or $4.00 a day for individuals. Feeding yourself for $4.00 a day is challenging, at best. For some people, this may be the only funds they have to [...]