MMI In The Community (Bronzeville): Tax Basics & Budgeting Workshop

Money Matters Institute In The Community (Bronzeville):
Tax Basics & Budgeting Workshop

You’re invited to the Money Matters Institute In The Community at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Center.

Join us for a practical, hands-on Tax Basics workshop led by Ladder Up, along with budgeting strategies presented by Chase. This session is designed to help you file with confidence, understand what you owe, and build a plan so tax season doesn’t throw you off track.

Whether you’re a W-2 employee, gig worker, freelancer, or part of a low- to moderate-income household, this workshop will break down what you need to know in clear, straightforward terms.

At this workshop, you’ll learn:

• What documents you need to file (W-2s, 1099s, and more)
• How to claim key credits and deductions to maximize your refund
• Important tax deadlines and how to avoid penalties
• The difference between employees and independent contractors
• How to budget for taxes and manage what you owe
• Where to access free, high-quality tax preparation services like VITA

Meet and speak with our participating partners onsite during our resource fair.

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Center – 4314 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653

Come ready to get clear on your taxes, strengthen your budget, and take control of your financial future.

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Questions? Visit chicagocitytreasurer.com or email [email protected].