Tax planning is for everyone. Get ready today to file your federal income tax return. Planning ahead can help you file an accurate return and avoid delays that can slow your tax refund. The One, Big, Beautiful Bill can have a significant effect on federal taxes, credits and deductions. The IRS and Treasury are working to implement the law and provide guidance for taxpayers. Visit the  One, Big, Beautiful Bill provisions page on IRS.gov for the latest information on tax law provisions, such as no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, no tax on car loan interest, the new deduction for seniors and other provisions, to determine how those changes could impact tax return filing. Full article at IRS.gov : https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-ready-to-file-your-taxes

The Road To Empowerment (R2E) financial series was created to empower you to pursue your financial goals through career enhancement, financial literacy, and asset building. Road to Empowerment Series Put the financial power in your hands! The Road to Empowerment (R2E) Financial Literacy Series was created to empower you to pursue your financial goals through financial literacy, budgeting/saving, types and benefits of life insurance, and various other topics. Our goal is to provide financial literacy sessions that fit your needs and schedule. Sessions will challenge, teach, and prepare you for the future. What Does the Series Teach? The series teaches budgeting and saving, of course, but also covers several topics that can profoundly affect your financial situation. These include banking services, life insurance, and paying off debt. Each session provides detailed information about the topic of the day and how it affects your budget and overall financial health. What’s In It for You? Door Prizes (Gift Cards, Books, etc.) Dinner during the sessions Connections to other programs A deeper knowledge of financial literacy and how to build assets How To Participate The Road to Empowerment Series is free, but pre-registration is required at least one week in advance of the session date. If you are interested in registering for the Road to Empowerment Series, please complete and submit the form below. All sessions will be held at ESR located at 3480 Dominion Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 and begin promptly at 6:30 PM. Road to Empowerment Series Registration Form Session 1 - Paying Off Debt Thursday, September 24, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM First name Last name Email Phone Submit Thank you for registering! You will receive a reminder email the week of the session. We look forward to seeing you there! This session is full! Thank you for your interest and check back the first week of October to register for the next session.

Experiment in Self-Reliance (ESR) serves low-moderate income individuals who want to reach a level of self-reliance through financial education, asset building, and more. Experiment in Self-Reliance Empowering Strength & Resilience New Century IDA | Asset Building | Home Ownership | Small Business Forsyth Free Tax Free tax preparation each year for low-to-moderate income residents Self-Sufficiency One-on-one counseling to help meet your goals and reach economic self-reliance. Latest News and Stories Get Ready To File Your Taxes! Tax planning is for everyone. Get ready today to file your federal income tax return. Planning ahead can help you file an accurate return and avoid delays that can slow your tax refund. The One, Big, Beautiful Bill can have a significant effect on federal taxes, credits and deductions. The IRS and Treasury are working to implement the law and provide guidance for taxpayers. Visit the One, Big, Beautiful Bill provisions page on IRS.gov for the latest information on tax law Avoiding Tax Scams Scan the QR Codes for Read More We believe in creating a judgment-free zone where everyone is treated with respect, dignity, and compassion. Our goal is to help everyone achieve their fullest potential. Our Commitment to Empowering Social and Economic Self-Reliance Upcoming Events and Workshops FOOD DRIVE Saturday, April 26, 2025 11 AM - 2 PM Help Experiment In Self-Reliance restock their food pantry! Winston-Salem Alumni Chapter - Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., in conjunction with the Kappa Foundation of Winston-Salem, is giving back to the community! Join us for games, food, and music for a great cause. 3480 Dominion Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 Learn More No events at the moment Join Us in Empowering Our Community Empower Social and Economic Self-Reliance Donate Now

We have positions open! Join the ESR family and be a part of a group dedicated to improving our community! Join our Team! Open Positions Self-Sufficiency Success Coach - Click here for job description How to Apply To apply for any position, please submit an application either online or by email, both options are shown below. Please send all email correspondence to delores.mccullough@eisr.org (no spaces) and use "Employment Application" in the email title. Once you complete an application, we will review your information and contact you for an interview if we feel you may be a suitable candidate. If not, we will keep your information on file for 90 days, and if an appropriate position becomes available, we will contact you. Please be aware that positions are subject to continued availability of funding. Experiment in Self-Reliance, Inc. provides equal opportunity to all applicants and employees. You can now complete an application online! Click here Upon completion of the online application, please email your resume and cover letter, if applicable, to the email address listed above. ESR Employment Application - PDF available here if you prefer to complete a paper application and submit by email to the email address listed above.