Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Grants

The Massachusetts Department of Revenue is soliciting grant applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) program, identified by solicitation number BD-27-1028-DR999-DR999-132038. This program aims to fund qualified organizations, such as accredited educational institutions or 501(c) non-profits, to provide essential education and assistance to low-income and Limited English Proficient Individuals. Key services include helping taxpayers file Massachusetts tax returns, resolving disputes with the Department of Revenue, and assisting with the Massachusetts Earned Income Tax Credit. To qualify, clinics must ensure that at least 95% of represented taxpayers have a household income below 400% of the federal poverty level, and they are prohibited from charging fees for services beyond actual cost reimbursements. The grant period runs from the effective date of the agreement through June 30, 2027, with a total funding pool of $500,000 to be allocated among selected grantees. Applications must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS by the deadline of August 24, 2026. The evaluation process involves numerical scoring of an applicant's organizational capacity, program plan, and budget plan, with specific emphasis on staff qualifications, experience with tax disputes, and monitoring procedures. Successful grantees are required to maintain key personnel, including a Clinic Director, a Qualified Business Administrator, and a Qualified Tax Expert. Administrative requirements include quarterly invoicing via Electronic Funds Transfer and the submission of mid-term and year-end activity reports to ensure compliance with program goals and state tax confidentiality laws.