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United Way and partners report $1.2M returned through VITA; seek CDBG support for operations and equipment

City of Kenosha Community Development Block Grant Committee · October 28, 2025
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Summary

United Way of Kenosha County and partners described VITA's 2025 results — 1,720 returns prepared and more than $1.2 million returned to households — and requested CDBG funds to underwrite staffing, equipment, outreach and volunteer coordination. Library and college partners highlighted hosting and resource‑kit work.

United Way of Kenosha County and partner organizations presented the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program outcomes and a request for CDBG support to maintain operations, equipment and outreach.

Javonne Clawson, senior director of community impact operations at United Way, said VITA prepared 1,720 tax returns in 2025 and returned roughly $1.2 million to Kenosha…

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