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Module 3, Earned Income Tax Credit and Free Tax Preparation Assistance, introduces participants to the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) . It includes who is eligible for the tax credit and how the EITC is used by people with disabilities to improve their economic status. Participants will also learn about Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites where assistance is provided to prepare and file a tax return for free.  \nObjectives  \n• Provide an overview on the Earned Income Tax Credit.  \n• Understand who is eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.  \n• Identify and understand how to access free tax preparation services.  \nValue of This Module  \nMyth: Because I have a disability, there is no need to file taxes.  \nReality: Filing taxes and accessing qualified tax credits may provide a refund to help build your financial wellness.  \nMODULE 3: EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT AND FREE TAX PREPARATION  \nFACILITATOR PREPARATION  \nFacilitator Preparation  \n• Prior to this workshop, the facilitator should review the following websites:  \n[o ](o  eitc.irs.gov)[ eitc.irs.gov](o  eitc.irs.gov)  \n[o ](o  irs.gov/es/spanish)[ irs.gov/es/spanish](o  irs.gov/es/spanish)  \n[o ](o  irs.gov/forms-pubs/disability-related-products)[ irs.gov/forms-pubs/disability-related-products](o  irs.gov/forms-pubs/disability-related-products)  \n[o](o www.irs.gov/individuals/more-information-for-people-with-disabilities)[ ](o www.irs.gov/individuals/more-information-for-people-with-disabilities)[www.irs.gov/individuals/more-information-for-people-with-disabilities](o www.irs.gov/individuals/more-information-for-people-with-disabilities)   \n[o ](o  nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/financial-wel)[ nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/financial-wel](o  nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/financial-wel)lness/taxes  \n[o ](o  eitc.irs.gov/partner-toolkit/fact-sheets/free-tax-help/free-tax-help-1)[ eitc.irs.gov/partner-toolkit/fact-sheets/free-tax-help/free-tax-help-1](o  eitc.irs.gov/partner-toolkit/fact-sheets/free-tax-help/free-tax-help-1)  \n[o ](o  eitcoutreach.org)[ eitcoutreach.org](o  eitcoutreach.org)  \n[o ](o  getyourrefund.org/en)[ getyourrefund.org/en](o  getyourrefund.org/en)  \n• Review PowerPoint presentation for Module 3.  \n• Complete all activities in Module 3 to familiarize yourself with each activity.  \n• Identify and invite a guest speaker for Making Connections in Your Community segment.  \nGather:  \n• Laptop and LCD projector  \n• Sign-in sheet  \n• Easel pad and easel  \n• Markers  \n• PowerPoint presentation (Make copies* if you would like to distribute to attendees.)  \n• Agenda (Make copies if you would like to distribute to attendees.)  \n• Activities (Make copies of activity handouts.)  \n• Homework assignment (Make copies.)  \n• Evaluation (Make copies.)  \n*Don’t forget large print copies, in size 20 font, if requested.  \nMODULE 3: EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT AND FREE TAX PREPARATION  \nPRE-AND POST-TEST EVALUATION  \nLocation of session:   Date of session:    \nTrainers:  \n  ,    \nParticipant type (please check one):   Person with a developmental disability  \n  Parent  \n  Other, please specify    \nParticipant name (optional):    \nPlease complete this section BEFORE the beginning of this training session.  \n1. 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