The 2024 Tax Preparation Program, led by the Aroostook CA$H Coalition and coordinated by the Aroostook County Action Program (ACAP), has wrapped up another successful tax season, providing free tax preparation services to residents across Aroostook County. This year’s program, which ran from February 11 to April 3, 2025, was made possible through collaboration with key community partners, including County Federal Credit Union, New Ventures Maine, and CA$H Maine.
Over the course of the 8-week tax season, 1,094 tax returns were filed thanks to the efforts of 915 volunteer hours were contributed by 7 volunteer tax preparers and 2 greeters/intake volunteers, with 13 ACAP employees directly engaged in the program. Additional staff supported the initiative in various roles, ensuring its smooth operation. The program is on pace to have served more households than any other CA$H Coalition in the state this season.
Although the total dollar amount of returns will not be available until later in the summer when the state coalition reports the figures, the program’s success is clear in the number of families served and the valuable assistance provided.
Kim Guerrette-Michaud and Heidi Estabrook, co-coordinators of the program, praised the teamwork and dedication shown by the volunteers and staff throughout the season. “This year has been a huge success, and we could not have done it without the incredible teamwork of our volunteers and staff. The mutual respect and dedication between all involved made this tax season run like a well-oiled machine,” said Guerrette-Michaud.
ACAP and the Aroostook Cash Coalition are committed to expanding the impact of this program, helping even more families in Aroostook County access the resources and support they need.
For more information about the program or to inquire about next year’s tax season, please contact ACAP at info@acap-me.
