Financial Assistance

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide (Maine)

AARP Foundation

Statewide, Maine Free Tax Preparation
Free, no cost By appointment

Free tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers at dozens of locations across Maine. Focuses on taxpayers over 50 with low-to-moderate income, but open to all ages.

Who can use this?

Focus on taxpayers over 50 with low-to-moderate income, but open to all. No AARP membership required.

About this resource

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest free tax preparation program, with sites at libraries, community centers, and senior centers throughout Maine. You do not need to be an AARP member.

Services offered

  • Free federal tax return preparation
  • Free state tax return preparation
  • E-filing
  • IRS-certified volunteer preparers

What to expect

Visit aarp.org/taxaide to find your nearest site and book an appointment. Appointments are required at most locations. Sessions run February through mid-April.

What to bring

Photo ID, Social Security cards for all people on the return, all W-2s and 1099s, prior year tax return, bank account info for direct deposit.

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