Waukegan Mayor Cunningham Stops By CRSM for Ladder Up Tax Workshop
Mayor Sam Cunningham recently visited Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep to thank the dedicated volunteers from Ladder Up who are providing free tax preparation services to members of the Waukegan community.
Through this effort, volunteers are helping individuals and households earning up to $40,000 file their taxes and access important refunds. So far, the program has helped secure approximately $390,000 in tax refunds for local families.
Free tax preparation services through Ladder Up are available every Saturday through March 21, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep, 3106 Belvidere Road.
In addition to the Saturday services, Cristo Rey St. Martin also offers limited appointment-based tax preparation for CRSM families on weekday evenings through St. Viator Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). These appointments are available for households earning $66,000 or less and take place from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the school. Families must sign up in advance, as appointments are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
We are grateful to Ladder Up, St. Viator VITA volunteers, and community partners who give their time and expertise to support individuals and families in Waukegan.