Part I — Tax Credits: What Working Families Need to Know
Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern (1 hour)

This webinar will explain how tax credits can give working families a leg up and briefly describe some federal and state credits that families should be aware of, including the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, and the new Making Work Pay Credit. This webinar will cover:

• The EITC, which is worth up to $5,657 for low- and moderate-income families with children;
• The Child Tax Credit, which is worth up to $1,000 per child just for having a child;
• The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, which gives families with child care expenses up to $2,100;
• The new Making Work Pay Credit, worth up to $800; and
• Basic tips for sharing information about tax credits with families.

Part II - Tax Credits Outreach: Tips and Tools for Service Providers and Advocates
Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern (1 hour)

Advocates and service providers can engage in a few simple outreach activities, often building on other networks and campaigns that can make a big difference for working families. This webinar will help you:

• Connect with local coalitions;
• Find free tax preparation services in your community;
• Get free outreach materials; and
• Learn some successful techniques for spreading the word about tax credits.

This webinar is free to participants, but registration is required.

To register for these sessions, please complete the form below. You will receive the participant instructions by e-mail.

You can also register for only the first session (on 10/20/2009) or only the second session (on 11/10/2009).