Free Tax Preparation Assistance - Prepare and Prosper
2610 University Avenue West, Suite 450, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Voice
Spanish
- Limited 2025 Summer/Fall tax preparation is by appointment only. No walk-in availability. Tax preparation is available through appointment-only drop-off services. - Taxpayers with difficult taxes or amendments should call the main office for screening - Taxpayers with self-employed income of $6,000 or more must call to make an appointment
No fees
Anoka County, MN
Carver County, MN
Dakota County, MN
Hennepin County, MN
Ramsey County, MN
Scott County, MN
Washington County, MN
Description
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 27th until full. Appointments are only scheduled two weeks out at a time. Click here to make an appointment and find tax preparation sites. Services may not be offered for less common tax situations. Call if you have questions regarding your situation.
Providing organization
Prepare and Prosper
Prepare + Prosper and its volunteers work with low - to moderate - income individuals to build financial well-being through free tax preparation and financial services, products, and coaching, and by changing systems to create economic opportunity.
