Ladder Up

Ladder Up Serving Chicago and South Bend. Free. Trusted. Impactful.

Since 1994, Ladder Up has helped families take control of their financial futures through free tax prep, financial education, and college aid guidance. $1.85B returned. 922K served. 35K volunteers.

There’s still time to get your taxes completed with Ladder Up!
07/13/2026

There’s still time to get your taxes completed with Ladder Up!

We're at the Community Fiesta today with Stop by the Ladder Up table to meet our Financial Capability team, learn about ...
06/18/2026

We're at the Community Fiesta today with

Stop by the Ladder Up table to meet our Financial Capability team, learn about our free financial services, and spin the prize wheel for a chance to win some fun giveaways! 🎉

We're proud to be part of an event that brings families, schools, and the community together.

Join us for Ladder Up's Casino Night 2026!Enjoy an evening of gaming-style entertainment, food, drinks, raffles, and com...
06/11/2026

Join us for Ladder Up's Casino Night 2026!

Enjoy an evening of gaming-style entertainment, food, drinks, raffles, and community impact while supporting Ladder Up's mission to provide free tax assistance and financial capability services to individuals and families throughout our communities.

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 The Arbory | Chicago

🎟 Tickets Available Now

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Real support. Real impact.From FAFSA completion to budgeting basics, Ladder Up works directly with students and families...
04/20/2026

Real support. Real impact.

From FAFSA completion to budgeting basics, Ladder Up works directly with students and families to build financial confidence—one session at a time.

Want to bring a session like this to your school or organization?

Learn more: https://www.ladderup.org/our-services/

Are you a high school, college, or community organization supporting students and families?Ladder Up offers interactive ...
04/15/2026

Are you a high school, college, or community organization supporting students and families?

Ladder Up offers interactive workshops and direct support to help people:
🎓 Complete the FAFSA
🧾 Understand the basics of taxes
💰 Build real-world budgeting skills

Our goal is simple: make financial tools more accessible and more actionable.

Learn more: https://www.ladderup.org/our-services/

58 volunteer hours with meaningful impact.Thank you to McDermott Will & Schulte for supporting Ladder Up this tax season...
04/15/2026

58 volunteer hours with meaningful impact.

Thank you to McDermott Will & Schulte for supporting Ladder Up this tax season. Your team is helping ensure more individuals and families can access the tax assistance they need. We appreciate your partnership!

116 volunteer hours supporting financial empowerment.Thank you to Republic Bank of Chicago for your commitment to Ladder...
04/14/2026

116 volunteer hours supporting financial empowerment.

Thank you to Republic Bank of Chicago for your commitment to Ladder Up clients this tax season. Your volunteers are helping expand access to trusted, free tax services in the community. We’re grateful for your impact!

Last chance to support Ladder Up this tax season.Across Chicago, volunteers have spent the past months helping families ...
04/14/2026

Last chance to support Ladder Up this tax season.

Across Chicago, volunteers have spent the past months helping families file their taxes and claim critical refunds. Now we’re in the final stretch of our $20,000 volunteer giving campaign.

If you’ve ever volunteered with Ladder Up or believe in expanding financial opportunity, you can help us finish strong.

Every gift makes a difference.
We file taxes. We change lives.
Donate: www.ladderup.org/donate

South Bend / Mishawaka — last call for free tax help ⏰✔️ Federal + state returns✔️ EITC + Child Tax Credit support✔️ IRS...
04/13/2026

South Bend / Mishawaka — last call for free tax help ⏰
✔️ Federal + state returns
✔️ EITC + Child Tax Credit support
✔️ IRS-certified volunteers

Available now at community sites like the St. Joseph County Public Library. Don’t miss out—book your appointment today: https://tap.nd.edu/

122 volunteer hours making a difference. Thank you to Mayer Brown for your support of Ladder Up this tax season. Your te...
04/13/2026

122 volunteer hours making a difference. Thank you to Mayer Brown for your support of Ladder Up this tax season. Your team is helping individuals and families access critical financial resources and build stronger futures. We appreciate your partnership!

Address

350 N Orleans, Suite C2/100
Chicago, IL
60654

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13124091555

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