Federal Grant Award Summary

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) awarded Granite United Way $181,204 through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Matching Grant Program (CFDA 21.009) for the period October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This matching grant supports the delivery of free tax return preparation services to underserved and low-to-moderate income populations in New Hampshire, including persons with disabilities, limited English proficient individuals, Native Americans, rural residents, military members and their families, and elderly taxpayers. The award enables Granite United Way to expand its VITA program capacity and infrastructure across the state.

Under this award, Granite United Way will deliver key program services including enhanced volunteer training, improved quality control measures, increased electronic filing capabilities, and expanded reach to hardest-to-serve populations in both urban and non-urban areas. The organization is expected to meet specific performance metrics, including ensuring at least 90 percent of tax returns prepared serve individuals whose earned income does not exceed Earned Income Tax Credit thresholds, filing all eligible returns electronically, and achieving incremental year-over-year increases in return preparation volume. Granite United Way may utilize subrecipients to assist in delivering program elements while maintaining adherence to VITA grant program guidelines and federal award requirements.