Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Grants

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Revenue (DOR), is seeking applications from qualified organizations or entities to develop, expand, or support qualified low-income taxpayer clinics that provide education and assistance to low-income taxpayers in filing Massachusetts tax returns and engaging in disputes with the department. DOR intends to enter into at least 4 Grant Agreements with an average grant amount of $125,000, totaling approximately $500,000 in state fiscal year 2023. The grant term is from the date of execution to June 30, 2023, subject to the grantee's satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Applicants must submit a cover letter, Commonwealth-required forms, and details on their organizational capacity, program plan, and budget plan. Applications will be evaluated based on the comprehensiveness, appropriateness, feasibility, clarity, effectiveness, and responsiveness to the needs of DOR and the goals of low-income taxpayer clinics.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience assisting taxpayers with the Massachusetts Earned Income Tax Credit, serving geographically diverse areas, and aiding low-income and limited English proficiency individuals. The grant funding can only be used for goods or services provided by, or received by, June 30, 2023. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and there are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total budget for this opportunity is approximately $500,000.