Volunteers
Improve Soft-Skills
You will be working with our VITA team and clients. Join us to develop better interpersonal skills through VITA!
Give Back
As a volunteer, you will be providing a well-sought-after skill to those who need help filing their taxes. We are an organization that gives back to the UCSB/Santa Barbara area.
Learn About Taxes
This is a great opportunity to gain knowledge about taxes and learn how to file yours while volunteering in the community.
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Who Can Volunteer?
NOTICE: WE ARE DONE RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 2022 TAX SEASON.
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We are looking for students at UCSB who are interested in learning how to file personal income taxes. You do not have to be an Economics and Accounting major, all majors are welcome to join as volunteers. No previous tax knowledge is required.
If you are a community member looking to get involved, reach out and we will connect you with United Way to volunteer at other VITA locations all throughout Santa Barbara County.
How to Volunteer
Attend In Person Trainings
or
​Complete
​Self-Paced Trainings
Visit our resources section under our Volunteer page here for more information.
Pass Exams
Volunteers must pass
1) Ethics
2) Intake Form
​3) Basic Exams
Submit your Certifications
To ensure all volunteers are certified you must submit your certifications.
Schedule your Volunteer Hours
Once certified you will be provided with a schedule to sign up (must sign up for 3 shifts).