ABOUT THE PERSONAL INVESTMENT ENTERPRISE (PIE) PROGRAM
The Personal Investment Enterprise (PIE) program is a local savings program provided through Community Action Programs of Boulder County and Mile High United Way. The program is designed for low-income families to enroll in financial literacy classes and save through a matched saving account at a rate of 4 to 1. The first step in applying to the program is to attend an orientation meeting with Nino Gallo at Community Action Programs at Boulder County. Nino may be reached at 720-672-5961 or at [email protected]. For more information on the PIE program visit Boulder County PIE webpage or Mile High United Way PIE webpage. To see if you qualify, take this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PrelimPIE.
This month the PIE program is sharing resources regarding free tax preparation, protecting your finances and managing your debt.
From Getting Ahead Colorado
Getting a refund? File now to get your cash
Tax filing options available during COVID-19
As a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) the federal and state tax filing deadline has been extended until July 15. However, if you think you are receiving a refund, file as soon as possible to receive your cash-back and ensure you receive your Economic Impact Payment as soon as possible.
We recognize the continued need for trustworthy, accessible tax services and there are still ways to file for free. Check out the free, online tax preparation options available:
- Remote Drop Off – A new program by Code for America in partnership with VITA sites is available to households making $66,000 or less
- IRS Free File – Includes a number of free online filing options for both federal and state returns available for households making $69,000 or less
- MyFreeTaxes.com – Through United Way’s partnership with H&R Block, every household with a simple return can file their federal and state taxes for free (this option does not include filers who are contract workers, i.e. Uber or Lyft drivers)
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates about when in-person tax sites may resume operations, please follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news. More resources are available at Get Ahead Colorado website.
From the Consumer Protection Bureau
- Protecting your finances during the coronavirus pandemic Information on Mortgage and Housing, Managing your finances, student loans, and avoiding scams. Also, resources for servicemembers and veterans, parents and kids, older adults and families, and small business owners.
From the National Consumer Law Center
- Guide To Surviving Debt Precise, practical, and hard-hitting advice on how to deal with an overwhelming debt load.
