Getting started.
Who this helps
Focus on taxpayers over 50 with low-to-moderate income, but open to all. No AARP membership required.
How to get started
Appointment and walk-in options vary by site; check a location's options before visiting. Sessions run February through mid-April.
How they can help.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax help from IRS-certified counselors at local sites. You do not need to be an AARP member.
- Free federal tax return preparation
- Tax return preparation within the program's published scope.
- E-filing
- IRS-certified volunteer preparers
What to have ready.
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.
Call with your questions