Opportunity Information: Apply for TCE 2026

The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program provides free federal tax help to individuals aged 60 and older. Authorized by Section 163 of the Revenue Act of 1978, the program is run through cooperative agreements between the IRS and eligible public or private nonprofit organizations. These groups recruit, train, and support volunteers to offer tax preparation assistance to seniors.

Funding is granted annually, and organizations with experience in managing volunteer programs and preparing tax returns are invited to apply. The grant covers expenses related to running the program, which primarily operates during tax season (January 1 to April 15), though planning and support activities may occur year-round.

Applications are accepted from May 1 through May 31 via grants.gov. The IRS reviews and ranks submissions between June 1 and September 30, with funding decisions announced on October 1.

  • The Tax Counseling for the Elderly in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 21.006.
  • This funding opportunity was created on 2025-05-01.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-05-31. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2025.)
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 100 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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