For the past 19 years, The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has offered free tax help to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. Staff and IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing […]
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Our Team Partners with Industry Leaders to Develop a Tool for Workforce Development Agencies Working with Immigrants
The Unity Council, Construction Trades Workforce Initiative, and Social Policy Associates partnered to develop a “Guide for Connecting Immigrant Construction Workers to Quality Jobs and Training Opportunities.” This guide, which emerged from our team’s work, is intended for organizations seeking to assist immigrant workers not only in the Bay Area but also in other regions of the country. To inform its development, we interviewed […]
Renewal of the Fruitvale Property Business Improvement District
The Unity Council and the Fruitvale Business Improvement District (BID) would like to gather information about the services provided by the BID. The BID is responsible for revitalizing the commercial corridors of International Boulevard, Fruitvale Avenue, and Foothill Boulevard. The BID strives to create clean and safe streets, offer community-building activities and attractions, and build […]
The Unity Council Remembers a Friend and Supporter
We learned the tragic news last week that Tom Guarino, a long-time supporter, friend, and advocate of The Unity Council passed away due to Covid-19 on December 30, 2020. Tom was a longtime PG&E employee in the public relations team, and built solid relationships and partnerships with countless businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders. Tom and his team were enthusiastic sponsors of the Fruitvale […]
Remembering Alex Zermeno’s Legacy (05/28/1937 – 12/10/20)
Sadly, I share the news that in December, The Unity Council lost one of its legendary founders, Alex Zermeño. Alex was one of the founders of the organization in the 1960’s, and later served as our Board Chair from the early 1990’s through 2007. During the 1990’s Alex provided the quintessential leadership that resulted in The Unity […]
We can help you apply for an ITIN number!
The Unity Council is now an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent, which means our team can assist individuals who do not qualify for a Social Security Number apply for an ITIN number. If you are wondering why you should apply for an ITIN number, you should know that as an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) holder, […]
