Provides free tax assistance to income-eligible individuals and families in Hennepin County by trained and certified volunteers. Assists with preparing federal, state, and property taxes. Tax preparation services offered February through early May and are available virtually rather than in person due to COVID-19. NOTE: Not taking tax filing assistance appointments during the 2025 tax season. Only refer to other community resources.

Through a partnership with AmeriCorps Seniors and their RSVP program, AEOA is able to offer tax assistance services. Certified AARP Tax-Aide Program volunteers prepare Minnesota and federal tax forms. Numerous tax preparation sites are available throughout the county, with in-home preparation available for homebound individuals.

Free tax preparation services to low-to-moderate income taxpayers

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.

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

Free tax preparation by trained volunteers through the United Way of Brown County. Call well in advance to be sure to get an appointment.

Provides free tax assistance to income-eligible individuals and families in Hennepin County by trained and certified volunteers. Assists with preparing federal, state, and property taxes. Tax preparation services offered February through early May and are available virtually rather than in person due to COVID-19. NOTE: Not taking tax filing assistance appointments during the 2025 tax season. Only refer to other community resources.

- Financial Coaching: budgeting, banking, credit building/repair, asset-building - Financial Education Workshops - Foreclosure Prevention Counseling and Mitigation - Homeownership Counseling and Workshops - Tax Preparation Services and Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) Preparation Services

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

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.

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

Free tax preparation assistance with special consideration given to senior clients Not able to process: - Business tax returns - Farm taxes - Returns that include depreciation and rental properties

The Department of Revenue offers assistance to taxpayers to help them to fulfill their tax liabilities and to receive any credits that may be available to them. Taxpayers can visit website to get information for all tax types including forms, fact sheets, free tax preparation locations, and contact information. Business Assistance: - Answers to questions regarding sales tax, corporate taxes and withholding - Phone: (651)282-5225 Collections: - Answers to questions regarding delinquent taxes and payment options. - Phone: (651)556-3003 within the metro area or (800)657-3909 outside the metro area (English, Hmong and Spanish) Income Tax Assistance: - Answers to questions regarding Minnesota income taxes, renter and homeowner property tax refunds, credits (such as the Minnesota Working Family Credit and the K-12 Education credit) and billing. Assistance to members of the military to claim the Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone - Phone: (651)296-3781 within the metro area or (800)652-9094 outside the metro area. One-Time Tax Rebate Payments: - Individuals eligible for the rebate but did not receive it by October, review the eligibility requirements on the Department of Revenue website. For individuals eligible for a payment, a customer assistance representative can look into their situation - Phone: (651)565-6595 - Email: [email protected]. Senior Citizens Property Tax Deferral Program: - Allows real estate taxes to be deferred until the sale of the home or the death of the homeowners. Applicants must be at least 65, meet income guidelines, own the home, and have lived in the home for at least 15 years. If property taxes exceed 3% of the applicant's net income, the remainder is converted into a low-interest loan that becomes a lien on the property. The program will begin the year after application is made to the program. Any tax refunds or rebates will be applied to the deferred tax total. To apply, submit Form CR-SCD, available at each county auditor's office or online. - Phone: (651)556-4803. Taxpayer Rights Advocate: - Representation of taxpayer interests and rights amid grievances with the Department of Revenue. The advocate can also provide input to policy changes on issues that adversely affect taxpayers. - Phone: (651)556-6013 or (855)452-0767- Tax Fraud Tip Line: - Phone: (651)297-5195 within the metro area or (800)657-3500 outside the metro area. Tips are also accepted through an online form. Individuals can remain anonymous. Where's My Refund?: - A system that shows where in the process a tax refund is, or if the refund is processed, it will show the date it was sent. Processing times vary. To use the system individuals need to use the same information they used on their tax return: Social Security number, date of birth, and the exact refund amount. The system can also be accessed online. - Phone: (651)296-3781 or (800)652-9094.

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.

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.

- Financial Coaching: budgeting, banking, credit building/repair, asset-building - Financial Education Workshops - Foreclosure Prevention Counseling and Mitigation - Homeownership Counseling and Workshops - Tax Preparation Services and Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) Preparation Services

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

Senior center with many activities and programs. - Senior dining program at noon - Public health nurse available on occasion - AARP free tax preparation Mondays during tax season - call for an appointment

- Tax preparation assistance to persons who are low-income eligible and reside in Benton, Sherburne, or Stearns counties. - Tax assistance, property tax refunds, and renter's rebate assistance are available seasonally.

- A free on-line tax preparation and filing tool for anyone that earns less than $66,000 per year - MyFreeTaxes Helpline 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

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

- Financial Coaching: budgeting, banking, credit building/repair, asset-building - Financial Education Workshops - Foreclosure Prevention Counseling and Mitigation - Homeownership Counseling and Workshops - Tax Preparation Services and Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) Preparation Services

Free tax preparation assistance with special consideration given to senior clients Not able to process: - Business tax returns - Farm taxes - Returns that include depreciation and rental properties

All community members can gather, relax and enjoy a cup of coffee and participate in the many fine programs and activities that are available.

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.