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Provides free tax preparation to individuals and families who are low-income. A major goal of the project is to assist people in accessing the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Families that earn less than $60,000 and individuals that earn less than $30,000 are eligible to have free tax preparation and e-file their Federal, State, rent rebates, and property taxes.

- Community trips ?- Health and fitness classes - Intergenerational programs - Special events - Volunteer income tax assistance

Free tax preparation assistance to low income individuals, families, and seniors

Free tax preparation assistance to low income individuals, families, and seniors

Free tax preparation assistance to low income individuals, families, and seniors

Provides comprehensive free tax assistance, from late January to October, to low- and moderate-income Minnesota taxpayers. Provides the following services: - Do It Yourself Prep: Online training is available to help individuals get ready to file their taxes, and a Self-Prep Tax Guide and the software individuals need to file taxes for free is provided. Individuals need to reserve a spot in the webinar. 50 slots are available per webinar and it will be offered once a week starting in February continuing to April 20. Webinar scheduling availability changes from day to day so check the website to see what is available often for an opening. - DIY Tax Prep: This option is available for people with annual incomes under $73,000 who have access to technology. This program will include a link to create a free TaxSlayer account so individuals can prepare and electronically file their federal and state income taxes as well as the Minnesota property tax refund. Includes a Do-it-Yourself Tax Prep Guide, a useful resource to help individuals navigate tax situations and the tax software. They will offer weekly training on navigating TaxSlayer. Additionally, support will be provided via email and phone to get individuals over the finish line and file if they get stuck in their tax returns. - Tax Prep: Appointments are conducted multiple site locations across the Twin Cities. Appointment scheduling begins January 2026 until full. Appointments are only scheduled two weeks out at a time. Services may not be offered for less common tax situations. Call if you have questions regarding your situation.

Provides income tax preparation through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) for both federal and state tax returns. Tax preparation offered: - In-person appointments - Self-preparation with assistance via URL link - Virtual appointments NOTE: VITA cannot prepare taxes for businesses, partnerships, rental/multiple properties, farm properties, international returns, and/or inheritances.

Provides free tax preparation to individuals and families who are low-income. A major goal of the project is to assist people in accessing the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Families that earn less than $60,000 and individuals that earn less than $30,000 are eligible to have free tax preparation and e-file their Federal, State, rent rebates, and property taxes.

Public Programming: Workshops, Meals On Wheels delivery, Coffee Connection (Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 12 pm), weekly activities (education hour, arts and crafts, games, and more), Bone Builders (Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 am - 10:30 am), Finland Community Senior Meal (2nd Wednesday 11:30 am - 1 pm), non-medical nail care and blood pressure clinics (3rd Thursday 9 am - 3 pm), monthly foot care clinics (call for dates). Resources: Technology support (Tech Tuesdays - volunteer-led assistance Tuesdays, 11 am - 2 pm) and referrals, free tax preparation (VITA), Medicare workshops (during open enrollment), legal kiosk, medical equipment loan closet, and Per Mar medical alert system setup. Volunteer Opportunities: Casual volunteer, Driver, friendly visitor/caller, fundraising volunteer, garden helper, governance volunteer, pet therapy volunteer, program assistant or leader, tax helper, and tech support volunteer.

Offers Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to eligible individuals who need help filing their taxes. Tax appointments are offered in-person and virtually throughout southwest Minnesota. Taxes are provided for state, federal, and property tax/renter's credit returns. NOTE: Some complex tax returns are not able to be completed by the VITA program.

- Consultation for legal, taxes, and insurance forms - Educational programs, speakers, classes, and special interest groups - Recreational programs - Social clubs for seniors - Wellness programs: Blood pressure, foot care, walking groups, daily aerobics, cycling, and fitness room

Provides free income tax preparation services to individuals and families who meet low-income guidelines

Guide to tax preparation assistance sites available by phone or online. Per AARP guidelines, sites will only help with property tax filings for those who are also getting their income taxes done. To find a local tax site, visit the website for more information about appointments and times

Free tax preparation assistance to low income individuals, families, and seniors

Provides a telephone hotline and website to locate VITA tax assistance sites https://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep/ ?Although information may have been current when posted on the website, hours/dates of tax assistance sites may vary during tax filing season

- AARP safe driving classes - Bi-monthly newsletter - Thompson Times - Creative Arts (Crafts, crocheting, knitting, watercolor/drawing instruction, etc.) - Discussion groups including Technology, Entertainment, and Design (TED Talks) - Enrichment and educational programs (Computer lab/tech assistance, language/culture, etc.) - Fitness classes including line dancing, walking clubs, and more - Foot care - Health insurance counseling - Intergenerational opportunities - Legal advice (Fraud/scam prevention, and self defense) - Musical performances and jam sessions - Mystery book club - Social and recreational activities including bingo, bridge (duplicate/open), hand and foot, mahjong, and more - Special events - Tax assistance - Trips and tours - Volunteering opportunities

?Free tax preparation and electronic filing for individuals or families within income limits; no appointment necessary. - Limited self-employment tax returns (sole proprietor only, business expenses under $5000, no depreciation or amortization, no employees except taxpayer and/or spouse) - Call about post-season or amended tax forms - Returns prepared by trained, IRS-certified volunteers

Minnesota residents may be eligible for free tax preparation at the Lakes & Prairies Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Site. Volunteer tax preparers have completed the required training and passed IRS testing for VITA certification.

- A free online tax preparation and filing tool for anyone who earns less than $66,000 per year - MyFreeTaxes Helpline is available to answer questions about using the filing tool, help troubleshoot problems, and answer certain tax questions - Tax filing software is provided through MyFreeTaxes.com and powered by H&R Block

- Provides tax preparation assistance to persons who are low-income eligible. Services included: - Property tax refunds - Renter's rebate assistance is available seasonally - Tax assistance

- Income tax assistance - Health insurance counseling

- Assists individuals and families with income tax preparation during the tax season - Volunteers needed to help prepare taxes

Offers free tax appointments with trained and certified volunteers. Tax appointments are available to individuals who are looking to file their federal, Minnesota income taxes, property tax, and rent rebates.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (VITA/TCE): Income tax assistance for state and federal taxes.

Provides one-on-one assistance to help individuals navigate their finances, improve their financial goals, and navigate the financial systems. Services include: - Create and improve credit - Financial coaching by appointment - Financial management skills - Help navigate financial processes and applications - Home Stretch Homebuyer Workshop: An 8-hour workshop that educates and informs future homeowners to help them understand the homebuying process. The training includes information about the process of buying a home and access to down payment programs. - Gain access to supplemental resources such as the Lending Circles (Tandas) program. The Lending Circles program provides a secured loan, without cost or interest, to establish or build credit and improve the way individuals manage money. - Small business support for entrepreneurs or those interested in becoming business owners. Offers support to business owners by evaluating and organizing their finances. - Tax preparation for people with low or medium income during the tax season