Free Financial Help for Drivers
Irregular pay, taxes, debt, and unexpected repairs can make money stressful on the road. These free and low-cost resources can help you and your family get on solid financial footing.
Free Tax Preparation
- IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). IRS-certified volunteers prepare basic tax returns for free for people who generally earn about $70,000 or less, people with disabilities, and limited English speakers. Learn more and find a site on the IRS free tax help page.
- Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE). Free tax help for people 60 and older, often through AARP Tax-Aide.
- Owner-operators: Self-employment taxes and business deductions can be complex. Consider a tax professional who works with truckers, and set aside money from every settlement for taxes.
Credit and Debt Counseling
- National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC). A nonprofit network of certified counselors who help with budgeting, credit card debt, and debt management plans. Visit NFCC.org.
- Be cautious of companies that charge large upfront fees to “fix” your credit or settle your debt.
Emergency Financial Relief
- St. Christopher Truckers Development & Relief Fund. Helps over-the-road drivers and their families with household bills when illness or injury keeps them off the road. Visit TruckersFund.org.
Free Guides from Highway Hauling Heroes
- Budgeting on Irregular Pay: A Simple Money Plan for Truck Drivers
- Cost-Per-Mile Worksheet for Owner-Operators
- Owner-Operator Center
Talk to Us
Not sure where to start? Tell us what is going on and we will point you toward free help. Our services are always free to drivers.
Highway Hauling Heroes is not affiliated with the organizations listed and does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice.
