Published 04-02-09
Submitted by Citizentax.com
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 2 /PRNewswire/ -- CitizenTax.com, an authorized IRS e-file provider, announced today that they will support The Salvation Army's flood relief efforts in Minnesota and North Dakota by donating 10 percent of their revenues received from each federal tax return e-filed on the CitizenTax.com website from April 3rd through April 15th.
"Millions of Americans have yet to file their federal tax return, and this donation offers new and existing CitizenTax.com customers the opportunity to help those affected by the flood," said J. Gregg Rollins, chief executive officer of CitizenTax.com. "Even in these difficult times, we cannot look the other way. We have to help our neighbors in need."
"The Salvation Army is committed to providing long-term service and compassion to those suffering through this flood," said Lt Colonel Daniel Sjogren, Salvation Army Northern Divisional Commander. "This gift from CitizenTax.com symbolizes their shared belief with The Salvation Army that victory over tragedy can be achieved when we all come together."
Since Friday, The Salvation Army has provided aid including food, hydration, clean-up kits, and spiritual/emotional care to residents of Minnesota and North Dakota, and will continue to support the community as the recovery phase begins.
To volunteer in the Fargo area, please call First Link at 701-476-4000. Donations to The Salvation Army can be made by calling 800-SAL-ARMY or by visiting www.salvationarmyusa.org.
About CitizenTax.com
As one of the country's most popular online tax filing companies, CitizenTax.com serves multiple purposes: it enables e-filers to prepare, submit and monitor their federal and state returns' progress. It also transmits their direct deposit information to receive a tax refund. Users can make online payments through direct debit. All information is protected by a variety of security services, including TRUSTe Privacy Program, McAfee Secure and a Premium Extended Validation SSL Certificate.
Federal tax returns can be e-filed at a cost of $17.76, supported state returns for only $18.88 and the Audit Assistance Program is available for $39.99. CitizenTax.com offers customer service at no charge to registered users.
For more information or to start the filing process, visit www.CitizenTax.com.
NOTE TO EDITORS: Gregg Rollins is available to speak on this and other tax-related topics. Contact Gregg Rollins at jgrollins@citizentax.com to arrange an interview.