Resources

Click the link before to learn how you can make a difference and become a Community Volunteer.

Take a picture of your tax documents (or scan them) and securely send them to our tax preparers online through GetYourRefund. A volunteer will contact you to get the process started and then one of our trained, IRS-certified volunteers will prepare and double-check your tax return to make sure it is correct before filing.

240 Bates St, Lewiston, 04240. By Appointment Only. Thursdays, February and March. Schedule an appointment by clicking here OR by calling 207-739-6530.

144 Pine St, Lewiston, Me 04240. Limited availability – By appointment only. Schedule an appointment by clicking here OR by calling 207-739-6530.

17 Market Square, South Paris, 04281. By Appointment Only. Fridays, February and March Schedule an appointment by clicking here OR by calling 207-739-6530. ( Park in the rear of the building enter through the ground level door from the parking lot)

You have big plans for your small business. But if those plans require big money that doesn’t exist in your bank account, a business loan can help. Small business loans can help you start or maintain your business. Learning how to navigate the process ahead of time will help you be successful in obtaining the financing you need.

As a small business owner, your personal credit and handling of checking accounts and loans affects your ability to borrow for the business and your terms with vendors. Know what is on your personal credit report by ordering a free credit report through Annual Credit Report.

Explore opportunities to connect within networks in your industry, local chambers and workshops. The State of Maine also offers a great “Business Answers Program” to aid you in feeling connected to resources during your business journey.

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, and is used to identify a business entity. Generally, businesses need an EIN. It is helpful to establish an EIN prior to starting a business bank account.

Good records will help you monitor the progress of your business, prepare your financial statements, identify sources of income, keep track of deductible expenses, keep track of your assets and liabilities, prepare your tax returns, and support items reported on you tax returns.

Maintain, update and revise your business plan on a routine basis. As operations, procedures, goals and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) change, refer to and adjust your business plan.