b'HOW CAN WE HELP? Connecting people to vital resources Many Americans feel intimidatedby interactions with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The lengthy forms, small print, confusing verbiage, and endless paperwork (and math) required all contribute to the dread of tax season. Imagine how overwhelming that could seem to someone who has been living on the streets, incarcerated, fending off creditors, or cobbling together odd jobs just to make ends meet.Citygate Network members excel at finding creative ways to reach out and serve those who find themselves in destitute conditions and desperate situations. They prioritize meeting needs to move people from human suffering to human flourishing. They teach practical skills that build confidence and self-esteem. They organize appointments and offer resources.It makes sense for missions and ministries to help their guests and program participants learn about the free tax preparation resources and credits available to them. These services can provide another stepping stone on the path to economic stability. Whether that means sitting down together at a computer, offering moral support or motivation, helping to collect the documents required, or connecting them to trustworthy resources, it could make the difference between money in the bank and empty pockets.The following page lists a variety of resources that provide information and assistance specically designed for those who need it most. Use the removable back page of this toolkit to spread the word, and the resources on the opposite page to nd the appropriate help for every situation.Be the bridge. Information in this booklet was compiled from reports and documents made public by The Rockefeller Foundation, The Center for Law and Social Policy, The Niskanen Center, The Tax Policy Center Urban Institute, and the Internal Revenue Service. 10'