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Bob and Mary Are Giving Smarter and Achieving Their Dreams...Find Out How You Can Too!
Bob and Mary first met at Two-Bit Flicks, a 25-cent movie night held on Fridays in Brighton Lecture Hall. When the spring formal hosted by the women's dorm came around, Mary asked Bob to go with her. It was their first "official" date.
The rest, as the saying goes, is history. Or in Bob and Mary's case, it is natural history. That's because Emporia State also introduced them to a lifelong passion for the natural sciences.
Bob and Mary feel Emporia State was the catalyst for the life they've built together. Mary became a science educator for 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th grade students. Bob founded and served as director of the Great Plains Nature Center and became a renowned nature photographer.
Now they want others to have the same opportunity they did. They want to help students come to ESU and discover a passion they can follow for the rest of their lives.
Bob and Mary found a simple and easy way to achieve this dream. When they set up their trust, they named Emporia State as a beneficiary.
What's your dream?
Learn how easy it is to make your dream a reality by naming Emporia State University in your will or trust. Contact Angela Fullen, Director of Planned Giving at the Emporia State University Foundation. She can answer your questions or help you get started. If you have already named Emporia State in your will or trust, let us know. We will make sure your gift does everything you want it to do.
"I would encourage anyone, if they are thinking about doing something like this, to contact the Foundation. For us, it has been a great experience." - Mary Butel
Getting Started is Easy
Not sure how to take the first step? We've got just the thing you need. Download your free Will and Estate Planning Guide. This guide is an easy way to get started on, or update, your estate plan. It will help you explore your options at your own pace. It's free, easy and yours to keep.
Download your copy today or contact Angela Fullen to request a printed copy.
Angela Fullen
Director of Planned Giving
Telephone: 620-341-6465
[email protected]
Washington News
Free File Open for Tax Filing
On January 10, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Free File program opened for tax filing. Through the Free File program, the IRS offers access to free tax software filing programs to millions of qualifying taxpayers.
IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel stated, "Taxpayers have multiple filing choices, including trusted tax professionals, tax software, Free File, Direct File or free preparation services through IRS partners. Over the years, Free File has helped millions of taxpayers, providing a fast and simple way to file their returns. This program continues to be a valuable resource for eligible individuals looking to file their taxes for free through this unique program."
This is the 23rd year for the IRS Free File program. Eight private companies participate in the Free File Inc. partnership. These eight software companies provide complimentary tax software for taxpayers with adjusted gross income (AGI) of $84,000 or less. One provider also offers a tax program in Spanish.
Any returns that are prepared after January 10 will be held and filed at the end of the month. Taxpayers with AGI over $84,000 have another free option available; on January 27, they may start using the Free File Fillable Forms from IRS.gov.
IRS Free File is a no-cost solution for taxpayers. Many Free File users will qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit (CTC) or other benefits. The EITC is generally available to taxpayers with an income under $66,819. A taxpayer may use the EITC Assistant on IRS.gov which is available in English and seven other languages.
The EITC and other tax credits may be refundable. These refundable credits benefit taxpayers even if they have no tax obligation.
The IRS explains the simple steps to use the Free File program. Taxpayers should go to IRS.gov/freefile. Select the “Explore Free Guided Tax Software” link to find a program. You can browse the eight trusted partners and select your preferred software. Some have different AGI limits for regular taxpayers and active-duty military. When you click on a link, you will be taken to the software website. Follow the indicated steps to complete your tax return.
If you do not have a computer, the Free File software also will work on a smartphone or tablet.
The eight Free File 2025 partners are1040Now, 1040.com, ezTaxReturn.com, FileYourTaxes.com, OnLine Taxes, TaxAct, FreeTaxUSA and Tax Slayer. The ezTaxReturn.com program is also available in Spanish.
Published January 10, 2025
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