AC-OCAP is committed to reducing poverty by providing services and programs targeted to low-income i
Alameda County-Oakland’s CAP is part of broad national and state networks of nearly 1,100 agencies, both non-profit private and public organizations, that extend across the United States—all working to eliminate poverty on a local and national level. CAP involves local citizens in its effort to address specific barriers to achieving self-sufficiency.
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Late Filing Penalty Relief May Result in Unexpected Refunds
https://www.irs.gov/payments/penalty-relief
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/covid-tax-relief-irs-provides-broad-based-penalty-relief-for-certain-2019-and-2020-returns-due-to-the-pandemic-1-point-2-billion-in-penalties-being-refunded-to-1-point-6-million-taxpayers
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The official website of the City of Oakland. Find out about meetings, request City services through OAK 311, or contact the Mayor and City Council.
Don’t struggle with groceries this month. If you’re working less or out of work you might qualify for CalFresh food benefits. It works like a debit card and U.S. born children can qualify. Learn more at getcalfresh.org/?source=gso
Next week we're hosting a set of town halls in three parks across Oakland. These discussions will be an opportunity for residents to ask questions, engage in conversation on Oakland's future, and learn how you can get involved in building a stronger Oakland.
If you can't join us in person, you can use the link below to ask a question, express a comment or concern, or suggest a topic we can address. https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/875081994/welcome
The 2023-2025 Alameda County-Oakland Community Action Partnership (AC-OCAP) Request for Partnership is NOW OPEN!
https://conta.cc/3wbsRrh
Visit AC-OCAP.com Current 2020-2022 RFP Funded Programs Notice of Funding Availability The Alameda County - Oakland Community Action Partnership (AC-OCAP) announces the release of its 2023-2025 Reque
Hayward Homeowner Help Workshop
Join us for a webinar focused on supporting Hayward homeowners and helping them avoid foreclosure!
Employment Opportunities….
Virtual Employer Spotlight featuring West Valley Staffing.
for multiple positions in Warehouse, General Labor and more.
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
11:00 am
Presentation online via Zoom
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/XicqPicHJf
Pop Up Care Village this Friday, June 24th 11am-3pm
Lao Family Community Development Housing Resource Fair:
Thursday, June 16th
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Care Campus | 8480 Edes Ave, Oakland
This event is open to the community and will feature agencies offering housing services and information to promote housing stability.
Community Festival Grant Opportunity- Apply Today!
The official website of the City of Oakland. Find out about meetings, request City services through OAK 311, or contact the Mayor and City Council.
May 3rd is Teachers' Day! AC-OCAP gives thanks to the amazing educators of Oakland and throughout Alameda County for their hard work and dedication to the community.
Have you heard about the City Challenge Oakland? , , and are encouraging residents of Oakland, to submit their own ideas to solve their city’s challenges. Check it out here: oakland.mycitychallenge.org
IRS Face-to-Face Saturday Help | Internal Revenue Service
IRS Oakland Office, 1301 Clay St. --- will be open on Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., no appointment required.
Get help with advance child tax credit payments, resolving a tax problem, bill or an IRS audit. Make sure to come prepared, bring: Current government-issued photo ID | Social Security cards and/or ITINS for members of your household including spouse and dependents | All IRS letters or notices
UPCOMING WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT! - Free!
Canva 101- Easily Create Quality
Marketing Materials for Your Business
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 | 1-2 pm
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3L8paHU
Managing Cash Flow for Business Success
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 | Noon-1:30pm
Register Here: https://bit.ly/357cBx6
Upcoming Summer Food Entrepreneurship Training Academy Opportunity - Starting April 4th!
There's still time to get your child tax credit! Get up to $3,600 per child by filing your 2021 taxes. Call 211 for online and in-person Free Tax Help.
FREE & SECURE TAX HELP
You can file even if you don't have much income or have not filed a tax return before.
Access tax filing help online and in-person by calling 211
File a tax return to get $3,000-$3,600 per child from the Child Tax Credit and more from other credits.
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Many families received about ½ of their CTC in monthly payments in 2021. Families will get the rest of the CTC they are owed by filing taxes this year. ChildTaxCredit.gov can help.
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Next Tuesday, we are BACK with another Money Matters Series!
This time, we are focusing on emerging developers looking to break into the field. Our latest event is about gaining access to capital - "What Lenders and Investors Need to Know." Join Julia Stevenson from Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) as we discuss your next steps.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlduigrj4iHNBBA6T4Yxozv_kxgsn0N4Zd
Need help with your home mortgage?
Homeowners are you behind on your mortgage due to pandemic-related hardships? You could receive up to $80k in financial support from the California Mortgage Relief Program (part of the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act's Homeowners Assistance Fund). 🏡
Currently over $1 billion of these funds are available to those at or below 100% of their county’s ‘Area Medium Income’, who own a single-family home, condo or permanently affixed manufactured home.
If you receive public assistance, OR have no alternative solutions through your mortgage servicer you qualify for help — no pay-back required. Funds will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis. The quicker you apply, the more likely your application will be approved, so visit this link to learn more and apply now: https://tinyurl.com/2yfs38p5
Happy National EITC Awareness Day!
https://conta.cc/3H5Eh33
This Awareness Day, join an Twitter Q&A on Friday, 1/28 at11 a.m. to get details about the Earned Income Tax Credit. Do you qualify for this valuable tax credit? Do your loved ones? Follow
City of Oakland Local Business Certification for Non-Profits
The Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) and Department of Violence Prevention (DVP) invites non-profit organizations to attend a virtual workshop on Local Business Certification for Non-Profits. The Department of Workplace and Employment Standards and its Contracts & Compliance Division will go through the requirements and process of getting certified with the City.
Dec 10, 2021 10:00 AM
Zoom Webinar Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4UTLTdjYQLKE243Gjz0C7w
If your business or nonprofit is in a low-income area, you may qualify for up to $15,000 in federal EIDL advances. These “advances” are like grants, and do not need to be repaid. You do not have to qualify for or accept a loan to receive the advances.
https://conta.cc/2ZYsKlM
Banks have been under pressure from consumer advocates to eliminate overdraft fees because they often punish those who can least afford to pay them.
TODAY is the FINAL DAY you can sign up for the expanded checks for 2021. The CTC has already lifted 3 million children from poverty, don’t let your kids get left behind. Check out the link and see if your family is eligible!
http://getctc.org/Oakland
You could get up to $1,800 for each child in your family—but time is running out. Sign up by November 15 at GetCTC.org/Oakland
Is your kid outgrowing their shoes, clothes, and more? With the Child Tax Credit, you’re eligible for up to $1,800 for each of your kids to help pay for whatever your family needs. Claim your credit at GetCTC.org/Oakland
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Welcome Back Outdoor Resource/Job Fair
Tues. 10/5 from 11:30-2pm
Rubicon Programs
Additional Dwelling Units (ADU) Info-
Free Tax Clinic - Oakland Main Library
Do you need tax help before next tax season? Did you still need to file a 2020 tax return? Do you need to file a prior-year tax return? Do you need to amend a tax return? Do you have a tax question? AARP Tax-Aide volunteer counselors are here to help, and the service is free.
What to Bring:
• REQUIRED – Government issued photo ID (California Driver’s License or State Identification card, Passport, etc…) for you and your spouse
• REQUIRED - Proof of Social Security Number (copy of Social Security Card or Statement) or ITIN for you, your spouse and all dependents on your tax return
• Copies of any IRS and/or FTB notices received
• Copy of your most recent state and federal tax returns (including for 2019) • All your income and deduction forms: 1099-SSA, 1099-R, W-2, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-B, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, 1098, etc… for each tax year that is at issue
• Any other documents that report income or deductible expenses, such as real estate taxpaid, DMV renewal paid, charitable contributions, etc…
Masks are Required! Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call: 510-269-2064
When
Saturday, September 11, 2021 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday, September 25, 2021 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday, October 23, 2021 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where
Main Library
125 14th St.
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 238-3134
Upcoming Workshop Opportunities - Sign up today!
Resources for Workers As Federal Benefits End
After September 4, 2021, federal unemployment benefits will expire. If you are receiving these benefits you will get a notice regarding the impact to your claim. We know this pandemic has been tough on many workers and their families and you are certainly not alone. That’s why we want to make sure you are aware that you may qualify for several vital programs to help cover your food, housing, utility, and health care expenses. See link for details:
https://edd.ca.gov/about_edd/pdf/unemployment-benefits-end.pdf
Caltrans Hiring Event: August 31st
See flyer for details
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Oakland, CA
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California’s Golden State Stimulus II (GSS II) payment can put $500 to $1,100 in the pockets of qualifying taxpayers. For more information: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/about-ftb/newsroom/golden-state-stimulus/gss-ii.html El pago del segundo estímulo de Golden State (GSS II) de California pudiera poner de $500 a $1,100 en los bolsillos de los contribuyentes que califiquen. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener más información: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/about-ftb/newsroom/golden-state-stimulus/gss-ii-es.html State of California Franchise Tax Board
Congresswoman Barbara Lee, supports the #marchtoendpoverty today at Oakland's Lake Merritt. #communitypartnership
City Council Member Lynette Gibson McElhaney who also serves on Alameda County's Community Action Partnership Board, came out to support the #marchtoendpoverty
Stretching is important before long walks and runs. #marchtoendpoverty
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