Christine A. Brunswick Public Service Fellowship
This program provides two-year fellowships for recent law school graduates to work with non-profit organizations providing tax-related legal assistance to underserved communities.
Tax Assistance Public Service (TAPS) Endowment Fund
What is the TAPS Endowment Fund?
The Tax Assistance Public Service (TAPS) endowment fund was created in 2014 to provide stable, long-term funding for tax-related public service programs for underserved taxpayers. TAPS is funded by individual donations and provides financial support primarily for the Christine A. Brunswick Public Service Fellowship.
Tax Section Pro Bono Programs
Through free trainings, resources to assist and connect Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic attorneys, access to pro bono opportunities, comments on government regulations, and much more, the Tax Section seeks to increase the profile of pro bono work, expand access to tax assistance and create a more equitable and just tax system. The TAPS Endowment fund was created to expand and support this work, your donation can make that possible in the future.
Free Webinars for Pro Bono Attorneys
Tax Section is pleased to offer free educational programs relating to the representation of low-income taxpayers. We offer both CLE and non-CLE sessions regularly on a wide range of topics presented by the top experts in the field at our Tax Section Meetings and virtually between meetings. The recordings of these sessions are available to the public for free.
Publications for LITC and Pro Bono Attorneys
The Section of Taxation publishes 'Effectively Representing Your Client Before the IRS', a manual to help Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic attorneys and pro bono attorneys understand and research the many complex legal issues faces by taxpayers.
Janet Spragens Pro Bono Award
The Tax Section recognizes individuals and law firms each year for outstanding and sustained achievements in pro bono activities in tax law through the Janet Spragens Pro Bono Award.
Pro Bono and LITC Attorney Listserv
The Tax Section runs a very active listserv where over 1,200 pro bono and LITC attorneys communicate about questions, resources, publications, training and job opportunities and more. To join, follow the instructions on the Pro Bono and Tax Clinics committee page - the listserv is open to members and non-members alike!
Comments to the Government
The Tax Section, through its Pro Bono & Tax Clinics Committee regularly comments on proposed regulations and other government action impacting low-income taxpayers. You can find written comments on our government submissions page.
Assist Military Members
Help service members with your tax experience through training VITA volunteers on military bases, working on our state military tax guide, or exploring direct tax preparation through VITA.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
The Tax Section works closely with the IRS and national and local partners to encourage members to participate in the IRS’ free tax assistance program, VITA. Volunteers help prepare basic income tax returns for low-income taxpayers.
Calendar Calls and Settlement Days
The Tax Section played a crucial role in establishing national coverage at U.S. Tax Court calendar calls and are available to consult with unrepresented taxpayers to advise them on court procedure, assist with settlement discussions, and in some cases, to take on their representation before the court both at Calendar Call and in advance through Settlement Days.
The ABA Fund for Justice and Education (FJE)
Thank you to the generous support of our TAPS donors! Join them by donating now!
The FJE is the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of the American Bar Association responsible for supporting its law-related public service, policy, and education programs. All charitable gifts and grants are received through the FJE and allocated directly to TAPS. Your donations allow TAPS to continue to provide tax-related assistance to those who most need it. We hope you consider donating and supporting this effort!
Donate - Today
Ways to Give
There are many ways to make your donation now, (and in the future!) including by mail, signing up for monthly giving, doubling your donation through a company matching gift program, issuing an IRA distribution, requesting a gift via your donor-advised fund, or a adding the Fund for Justice and Education (FJE) to your estate plan. To learn more contact FJE.