We support and encourage the expansion of Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs) in the United States and internationally through the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Support Center.
LITCs provide much-needed pro bono representation to low income individuals in tax disputes. As a result of a federal grant program administered by the Taxpayer Advocate Service, there are over 130 LITCs in the US today. The idea is catching on, with LITCs operating in Australia, and soon expanding to UK and elsewhere.
The LITC Support Center operates to provide technical assistance to LITCs in the US and abroad, identifying opportunities for joint advocacy and funding, and promoting pro bono volunteer opportunities, especially with small and rural LITCs. The Support Center also operates LITC Connect, a “dating app” that connects LITCs with tax professionals interested in volunteering with LITCs.