RVA 10,000

A community initiative to help 10,000 self-employed people discover a tax refund worth up to $32,220, and raise $1,000,000 for local non-profits.

Richmond suburbs

The Problem

Approximately 25,000 people in the Greater Richmond area who earned self-employment income in 2021, whether full-time or through a side gig, are missing out on the chance to claim the "Credits for Sick and Family Leave"—a tax refund that puts as much as $32,220 back in their pockets. Extra funding like this can be a game-changer for a 1099 contractor or sole-proprietor. Yet, most remain unaware, and the clock is ticking—the deadline is .

The Solution

By simply sharing in your self-employment circles, you can raise significant funds for a local non-profit of your choice. The more self-employed people you reach, the more money you raise.

The Impact

Together, we can bring $100 million to our self-employment community, and raise $1,000,000 for local non-profits. Join us today, and be part of the movement.

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RVA 10,000 Impact Partners

  • Viringia Black Chamber of Commerce
  • Southern Virginia Regional Chamber
  • RVA Social Business Network
  • IdeaWeavers
  • Richmond Water

Some of the Local Non-profits Involved

  • Backpacks of Love
  • Better2gether RVA
  • Family LifeLine
  • Senior Connections
  • Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Henrico
  • Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Chesterfield
  • Fatherhood Foundation

How It Works

Thanks to a partnership between OneBridge Advisors and Anchor Accounting Services, both Richmond-based firms, it's all super simple, and requires very little time.

Do you want to support a local non-profit?

  1. Join Team 10,000.
  2. Select the non-profit you want to support.
  3. Start sharing
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Did you earn self-employment income in ?

Complete a free online assessment to determine your eligibility and the amount of your refund. Only takes 5 minutes.

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What are Sick and Family Leave Credits?

"Credits for Sick and Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals," also referred to as the Self-Employed Tax Credit (SETC), were made available under the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (pages 36-42), and later extended by the American Rescue Plan Act (pages 169-174). These credits are related to COVID-19, and apply to to . In most cases, eligible taxpayers receive these funds as a tax refund. A free online assessment can determine eligibility and the amount usually within 5 minutes. See .

Key Eligibility Critera

Did you experience any one of the following between and ?

  • You had COVID or COVID-like symptoms.
  • You needed to quarantine.
  • Your child's school or daycare was closed.
  • You cared for a family member affected by COVID.
  • You had a vaccination appointment or vaccination side effects.

Watch the Detailed Video Explanation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Read Article by Dean Francis in Forbes

"Advice For Self-Employed: Uncovering Sick And Family Credits"

Go to Article

Featured on CBS 6 This Morning, Richmond

Part 1: Dean Francis
Part 2: Habitat for Humanity

Testimonials

Jennifer CaseFamily LifeLine CEO

Julie RutkaiReal Estate Agent

Cory Mosley, CSP®Small Business Network

Ernisha HallVABCC

Keith ReynoldsSynapse Hubs

Share Your Success Story

Introducing Ryan Leggett, CEO GigWorker Solutions and Anchor Accounting Services.

Ryan Leggett was stunned when, in , he discovered that, as the owner of an accounting firm, he was completely unaware of the sick and family leave credits for the self-employed.


Determined to make these credits available to members of Gigworker Solutions, and dissatisfied with the subpar quality of other accounting firms offering this service, Ryan made a substantial investment in cutting-edge technology to create a user-friendly experience and fully ensure accuracy and compliance.

Anchor Accounting Services is a reputable accounting firm with over 12 years experience in Midlothian, VA. With over 100 dedicated professionals, Anchor is now the nation's top provider for these self-employed tax credits. As of , this team has processed over $500 million in refunds. Learn more about Anchor, Gigworker Solutions, and Ryan Leggett in the below section.

Accuracy and Compliance

As recommended by the IRS for any tax filing, it's vital to use qualified tax professionals. Anchor Accounting Services has a proven 12 year track record, and is committed to the highest standards of excellence for information security and tax compliance. Over 30% of SETC applications are disqualified for not meeting the IRS guidelines.

Anchor went above and beyond to ensure compliance for SETC filings by retaining the Alliantgroup, a tax consulting firm that employs 5 former IRS commissioners, 2 of whom actively consult on the Anchor SETC service.

Anchor signs each submission to the IRS, and handles any inquiries made by the IRS for the taxpayer. To date, 100% of all Anchor submissions have either been processed or are being processed successfully by the IRS.

A note to tax professionals: These credits are claimed by making an amendment to the tax return, including forms 7202.


"Credits for Sick and Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals," also called the Self-Employed Tax Credit or SETC, were made available under Sections 7002 and 7004 of the Family First Coronavirus Response Act and Section 9642 and 9643 of the American Rescue Plan Act of . IRS.gov provides answers to common questions, all of which is followed in the Anchor Accounting SETC service.