MMI In The Community (Englewood): Tax Basics & Budgeting Workshop
Money Matters Institute In The Community (Englewood):
Tax Basics & Budgeting Workshop
You’re invited to the Money Matters Institute In The Community at the Greater Englewood Community Development Corporation (located in the US Bank Building).
Join us for a practical, hands-on Tax Basics workshop led by Ladder Up, along with budgeting strategies presented by US Bank. This session is designed to help you file with confidence, understand what you owe, and build a plan so tax season doesn’t throw you off track.
Whether you’re a W-2 employee, gig worker, freelancer, or part of a low- to moderate-income household, this workshop will break down what you need to know in clear, straightforward terms.
At this workshop, you’ll learn:
- What documents you need to file (W-2s, 1099s, and more)
• How to claim key credits and deductions to maximize your refund
• Important tax deadlines and how to avoid penalties
• The difference between employees and independent contractors
• How to budget for taxes and manage what you owe
• Where to access free, high-quality tax preparation services like VITA
Meet and speak with our participating partners onsite during our resource fair.
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: US Bank Building (Greater Englewood Community Development Corporation) – 815 W 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60621
Come ready to get clear on your taxes, strengthen your budget, and take control of your financial future.
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Questions? Visit chicagocitytreasurer.com or email citytreasurerevents@cityofchicago.org.
