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IRS 2027 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) Grant Program Solicitation

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is announcing the grant application period for the 2027 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) program, supporting legal and educational services for low-income and English as a second language (ESL) taxpayers. - Government Buyer: - Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Taxpayer Advocate Service, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Program Office - Eligible Applicants: - Nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status) - Accredited law, business, or accounting schools - Clinical programs at higher education institutions - Services Requested: - Provision of legal representation, education, and advocacy for low-income and ESL taxpayers in disputes with the IRS - Outreach and taxpayer education in underserved communities - Funding Details: - Total program funding: $26,000,000 - Up to 150 grants expected - Individual grant amounts: $10,000 to $200,000 per clinic - Dollar-for-dollar non-federal matching required (cash or in-kind) - Notable Requirements: - No subawards permitted - Strict compliance, reporting, and operational standards - Focus on expanding service in areas with high IRS compliance activity and limited LITC representation - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a grant for legal and educational services, not for products.

Description

The 2027 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) grant application period is announced for nonprofits and educational institutions to apply for funding to support clinics that provide representation and education to low-income and ESL taxpayers. The program aims to expand service in areas with high IRS compliance activity but limited LITC representation and increase taxpayer education in underserved communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, private and public institutions of higher education, and clinical programs at accredited law, business, or accounting schools. The grant funding totals $26,000,000 with expected awards of 150 grants ranging from $10,000 to $200,000, requiring a dollar-for-dollar match from non-federal sources.

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