Illinois families saved $5 million this year by using our free tax prep service over a paid tax preparer.

Making an Impact in 2011

For over 20 years, the Center for Economic Progress has been on the forefront of turning tax time into an opportunity for low-wage workers and their families to get ahead.  This year we put $54 million back into the pockets of more than 30,000 Illinois families during the 2011 tax season.
 
Read the 2011 Tax & Financial Services Highlights guide to see how we're moving hard-working, low-income families from financial uncertainty to financial security.