Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

Appointments will open on January 29, 2024

Mission

Working as a team, KCAO will seek and provide programs that develop self-sufficiency in individuals, families, and communities within Kings County.

Vision

Kings County residents and communities will achieve self-sufficiency through the high-quality and client-focused programs of KCAO.

Helping People, Changing Lives Since 1965

  • Food Distributions

    Food Distributions

    Commodities are available once per month to families/individuals throughout Kings County.

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    Head Start

    Free programs for children 0 -5 years old and prenatal women. Enrolling for all programs.

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News

KCAO Annual Report 2022 cover

KCAO 2022
Annual Report

Through the stories and images of this annual report, you will see a full display of our agency’s core values: teamwork, commitment, diversity, excellence, and integrity.

Jeff Garner
Executive Director 

Head Start 2022-2023
Annual Report

KCAO’s Head Start offers comprehensive support for children and families in Kings County, focusing on educational services, dental and health screening, and healthy meals provided for all children, including those with disabilities.

RFP/RFQ

KCAO periodically requests bids to provide contract services throughout our organization.

I want to thank you for the food and also the food vouchers that helped me. I am diabetic and with the food vouchers I was able to purchase food that fits my diet.

- Senior citizen in Hanford

Sponsor Recognition

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