Opportunity Information: Apply for TREAS GRANTS 052016 002
Apply for TREAS GRANTS 052016 002
- The USDOT-LITC in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Low Income Taxpayer Clinic" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 21.008,.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 01, 2016 and posted on Mar 01, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 01, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) grant opportunity is a discretionary federal grant program designed to support organizations that help low-income taxpayers resolve disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and to expand tax-rights education for people who speak English as a second language (ESL). Through this program, the IRS provides matching grant funds to clinics that deliver direct representation and community outreach, with the goal of improving access to fair tax administration and ensuring vulnerable taxpayers understand and can exercise their rights.
A central focus of an LITC is legal and tax representation for low-income individuals who are in conflict with the IRS. Funded clinics assist taxpayers in a wide range of matters, including IRS audits, administrative appeals, tax collection issues (such as liens, levies, payment disputes, and collection alternatives), and other federal tax controversies. Representation can occur directly before the IRS or, when appropriate, in court. The services supported by the grant are intended to be accessible, meaning clients are generally served at no cost or for only a small fee, which helps remove financial barriers that often prevent low-income taxpayers from obtaining professional assistance.
In addition to case representation, the grant also supports educational and outreach work aimed at ESL communities. Clinics provide information about taxpayer rights and responsibilities in ways that are practical and understandable for individuals who may face language barriers. This may include workshops, multilingual materials, community presentations, and partnerships with local organizations that serve immigrant or multilingual populations. The outreach component reflects the idea that preventing problems through education can be as important as resolving disputes once they occur.
Although clinics receive partial funding from the IRS through this matching grant structure, the program emphasizes independence: LITCs, along with their employees and volunteers, are not part of the IRS and operate independently from it. This separation is important for client trust and for maintaining advocacy on behalf of taxpayers during disputes with the government.
Key details from the opportunity listing include the funding opportunity title "Low Income Taxpayer Clinic" and the opportunity number TREAS GRANTS 052016 002. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity area is categorized under law, justice, and legal services. The program is associated with CFDA number 21.008. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that nonprofit category). The posting and creation dates are March 1, 2016, and the application closing date listed is April 1, 2016. The award ceiling is $100,000, with an estimated 10 awards expected under this opportunity.
Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) Grant - FAQs
What is the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) grant?
The Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) grant is a discretionary federal grant program that provides matching grant funds to clinics and organizations that help low-income taxpayers resolve disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and that expand tax-rights education for people who speak English as a second language (ESL).
What is the purpose of the LITC program?
The program is intended to improve access to fair tax administration by supporting clinics that (1) provide direct representation to low-income taxpayers in conflicts with the IRS and (2) conduct education and outreach so vulnerable communities, including ESL populations, understand and can exercise their taxpayer rights.
What types of services does an LITC provide?
Supported services include legal and tax representation for low-income individuals in disputes with the IRS, along with education and outreach activities focused on taxpayer rights and responsibilities, particularly for ESL communities.
What kinds of IRS-related cases can LITC-funded clinics help with?
The opportunity description indicates clinics assist with a wide range of matters, including IRS audits, administrative appeals, tax collection issues (such as liens, levies, payment disputes, and collection alternatives), and other federal tax controversies.
Can representation occur in court, or only before the IRS?
Representation may occur directly before the IRS or, when appropriate, in court, depending on the needs of the case.
Are services to taxpayers free?
The services supported by the grant are meant to be accessible. Clients are generally served at no cost or for only a small fee, which helps reduce financial barriers for low-income taxpayers seeking professional assistance.
What does the LITC grant support besides direct case representation?
In addition to representation, the grant supports educational and outreach work aimed at ESL communities, helping people understand taxpayer rights and responsibilities despite language barriers.
What are examples of ESL outreach activities supported by the grant?
The description lists examples such as workshops, multilingual materials, community presentations, and partnerships with local organizations that serve immigrant or multilingual populations.
Why is outreach to ESL communities a focus of this grant?
The outreach component reflects the idea that preventing tax problems through education can be as important as resolving disputes after they arise, especially when language barriers can limit access to clear, practical information.
Are LITCs part of the IRS?
No. The program emphasizes independence: LITCs, along with their employees and volunteers, are not part of the IRS and operate independently from it. This separation supports client trust and allows clinics to advocate for taxpayers during disputes with the government.
Who provides the funding for this grant opportunity?
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides matching grant funds through this federal grant program.
Is this a matching grant?
Yes. The opportunity description specifies that the IRS provides matching grant funds to clinics.
What is the official funding opportunity title?
The funding opportunity title is "Low Income Taxpayer Clinic."
What is the opportunity number for this grant?
The opportunity number is TREAS GRANTS 052016 002.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What activity area/category is this opportunity listed under?
The activity area is categorized under law, justice, and legal services.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The program is associated with CFDA number 21.008.
Who is eligible to apply for the LITC grant?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions in that nonprofit category).
Are nonprofit organizations eligible?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status are listed as eligible applicants, with the stated exclusion applying to higher education institutions within that nonprofit category.
Are colleges and universities eligible to apply?
Yes. Both public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.
When was this opportunity posted and created?
The posting date and the creation date listed are March 1, 2016.
What is the application closing date listed for this opportunity?
The listed application closing date is April 1, 2016.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling is $100,000.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity estimates that 10 awards are expected under this program.
What is the overall goal of funding Low Income Taxpayer Clinics?
The goal is to improve access to fair tax administration by funding clinics that represent low-income taxpayers in IRS disputes and expand practical tax-rights education, especially for people who speak English as a second language.
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