Tax season is around the corner, and for the second consecutive year, Austin Community College District (ACC) is partnering with Foundation Communities to provide free, trusted income tax preparation for our community. Schedule your appointment in advance.

Starting Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the ACC Highland Prosper Tax Center will offer IRS-certified assistance under the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. This service is designed to help you prepare, understand, and successfully file your taxes while ensuring you receive the maximum refund available.

Last year, the Prosper Tax Center at ACC helped hundreds of community members file their federal tax returns, resulting in a significant financial impact.

  • 368 tax returns prepared at the ACC site
  • 76% of taxpayers received refunds, totaling more than $564,000
  • The average refund was $1,561

Who Is Eligible?

All eligible faculty, staff, and students are invited to take advantage of this resource. You generally qualify for free tax help if:

  • Individuals: You earn less than $60,000/year.
  • Households (2-4 people): You earn less than $85,000/year.
    • Note: The eligibility limit increases by $5,000 for each additional family member.

Location & Hours

The center is located at the ACC Highland Campus ACCelerator.

  • Dates: Tuesday, February 3 – Tuesday, April 14, 2026
  • Days: Open most Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Prosper Tax Help Services

Tax services are performed by trained tax preparers. Claim your household’s maximum 2025 tax refund

  • File prior year tax returns
  • Get help responding to IRS letters
  • Complete ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) applications

View the full list of services at the Prosper Tax Help website.

How to Book Your Appointment

While the center opens in February, appointments are now available for scheduling. 

Appointments fill up quickly! We strongly encourage you to schedule your appointment as early as possible to secure your spot.

Learn More and Schedule Your Appointment Here

Supporting Our Community

This initiative is part of ACC’s ongoing commitment to financial empowerment and student success. By providing these free services, we help remove financial barriers and foster stability for our students, employees, and neighbors across Travis and Williamson counties, while also offering paid, real-world job training opportunities for ACC students.

The site is made possible through collaboration between multiple College areas, including Financial Aid, Student Money Management Office, ACCelerators, Career Services, Accounting Department, and the Office of College Relations and Marketing.

We encourage you to help spread the word to students and community members who may benefit from this service.