Federal Grant Award Summary

Legal Aid of Western Michigan received a $168,561.74 Project Grant from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under the Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITC) program (CFDA 21.008) for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. Under this award, Legal Aid of Western Michigan provides comprehensive tax representation and advisory services to low-income taxpayers and English as a Second Language (ESL) individuals with incomes not exceeding 250 percent of federal poverty guidelines. The organization represents eligible taxpayers in controversies with the IRS and other tribunals on federal tax matters, consults with taxpayers on specific tax issues, and conducts educational activities on tax topics and taxpayer rights.

In addition to direct representation services, Legal Aid of Western Michigan advocates for improvements to tax administration affecting the intended beneficiary populations served under this grant. The organization may utilize subrecipients with advanced approval from the LITC Program Office to deliver key program elements. All services are provided at nominal or no cost to eligible low-income and ESL taxpayers, consistent with program requirements that grant recipients maintain detailed performance records and comply with Office of Management and Budget Circular 2 CFR 200 standards.