Federal Grant Award Summary

Bet Tzedek Legal Services Inc. received a $141,679.45 Project Grant from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) program (CFDA 21.008), effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. The organization will provide tax representation services to low-income taxpayers and those for whom English is a second language with incomes not exceeding 250 percent of federal poverty guidelines. Services include legal representation in tax controversies before the IRS or other relevant tribunals, taxpayer consultations on specific tax issues, and educational activities addressing various tax topics and taxpayer rights.

In addition to direct representation services, Bet Tzedek will conduct advocacy activities aimed at improving tax administration by recommending changes or enhancements to IRS policies and procedures that affect low-income and English as a Second Language taxpayers. The organization may utilize subrecipients with advanced approval from the LITC Program Office to support delivery of key program elements. As a Los Angeles-based nonprofit with established expertise in serving vulnerable populations, Bet Tzedek will maintain detailed records substantiating costs and performance metrics in accordance with federal requirements.