The 2026 tax season is officially open, and there’s no need to worry about complicated or costly tax preparation—United Way is here to help! United Way of St. Lucie & Okeechobee is dedicated to supporting local families by offering free tax preparation services, making the process easier and more affordable. You have two convenient options: Our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides in-person tax assistance, while MyFreeTaxes.com offers a user-friendly platform to file your taxes for free online.