Free Tax Assistance at Stark Library
Although individuals on our library staff are not trained tax professionals, the library partners with two organizations that use our meeting rooms to offer assistance in preparing tax returns – AARP and the United Way of Stark County Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Information on each organization, along with their upcoming hours at select Stark Library Branches are listed below have been updated for 2026 as of 1/1/26.
Please keep in-mind Stark Library staff members are not able to prepare your taxes for you.
2026 AARP Tax-Aide | Walk-in Appointments
Updated 1/1/26
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, opens a new window provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. Tax-Aide volunteers are trained and IRS-certified every year to make sure they know about and understand the latest changes and additions to the tax code.
AARP Tax-Aide is provided on a first come-first served basis. To use this service you will need to bring a photo ID or Social Security card/statement for each individual who will be listed on taxes, along with all necessary tax documents.
Temporary Main Library
Fridays from 9:00am to 2:00pm
February 6, 13, 20, and 27
March 6, 13, 20, and 27
April 3 and 10
Madge Youtz Branch
Wednesdays from 9:00am to 2:00pm
February 4, 11, 18, and 25
March 4, 11, 18, and 25
April 1, 8, and 15
Lake Community Branch
Fridays from 9:00am to 2:00pm
February 6, 13, 20, and 27
March 6, 13, 20, and 27
April 3 and 10
VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance from the United Way | By Appointment Only
Updated 11/2/26
IRS-certified volunteers will prepare and electronically file federal and state tax returns for free for low-to-moderate income individuals and families. If your total household income is below $69,000, then you may be eligible for VITA services.
VITA services are offered by appointment only and are provided through a drop-off and pick-up process. The call center will open on January 20th for appointment scheduling. During the season, the call center will run Tuesday through Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm.
To schedule a drop-off appointment during the times below, call 330-994-8482 or visit www.uwstark.org/vita. The pick-up date and time will be provided when you drop off your materials and will typically be around 3-14 days after the initial drop-off appointment.
East Canton Branch
Tuesdays
Drop off clinics:
February 2nd 10:00am-2:00pm
February 16th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 2nd 10:00am-2:00pm
March 16th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 30th 10:00am-2:00pm
Pickup
April 13th 10:00am-2:00pm
Lake
Saturdays
Drop off clinics
February 27th 10:00am-2:00pm
March13th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 27th 10:00am-2:00pm
Pick up
April 10 10:00am-2:00pm
Madge Youtz
Fridays
Drop off clinics
February 5th 10:00am-2:00pm
February 19th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 5th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 19th 10:00am-2:00pm
April 2nd 10:00am-2:00pm
Pick up
April 16th 10:00am-2:00pm
North Branch (Lower Level)
Thursdays
Drop off clinics
February 4th 12:00pm-6:00pm
February18th 12:00pm-6:00pm
March 4th 12:00pm-6:00pm
March 18th 12:00pm-6:00pm
April 1st 12:00pm-6:00pm
Pick Up
April 15th 12:00pm-6:00pm
Perry Sippo
Fridays
Drop off clinics
February 12th 10:00am-2:00pm
February 26th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 12th 10:00am-2:00pm
March 26th 10:00am-2:00pm
Pick up
April 9d 10:00am-2:00pm
Plain Community (Meeting Room B - With Kitchen)
Mondays
Drop off clinics
March 1st 12:00pm-6:00pm
March 15th 12:00pm-6:00pm
March 29th 12:00pm-6:00pm
Pick up
April 12th 12:00pm-6:00pm
Call Center will open Jan 3, 2027
Tax Resources
Federal
Federal Income Tax Forms - IRS, opens a new window - Find forms, new tax law changes, get a copy of your return, E-File your taxes, find out about your refund and much more. For questions about federal taxes you can call the Internal Revenue Service at 1.800.829.1040 or contact the local office at 330.588.4417.
IRS Hotlines and Toll-Free Numbers, opens a new window - Wondering where your return is? Need Tax help questions answered? This is the place to go to find out the answers to those questions and more.
(Note: Please scroll to the bottom of the linked page to find the hotlines and toll-free numbers)
Ohio
Ohio Department of Taxation, opens a new window - State Tax information and forms for Individuals, Business and Tax Professionals. For questions about state taxes call the Ohio Department of Taxation at 1.800.282.1780. State of Ohio tax forms can also be requested by calling 1.800.282.1782.
Canton City
City of Canton Income Tax Department, opens a new window - Here you will be able to find Personal and Corporate Yearly Forms; FAQ's. For questions about Canton city taxes contact the City of Canton Income Tax Department at 330.430.7900.
Other
Other Ohio Cities Income Tax Forms, opens a new window - Find links to income tax forms for other Ohio cities.
Prior Years Federal IRS Forms, Instructions and Publications, opens a new window , opens a new window - Find forms from previous years.
Other State Tax Forms Page, opens a new window - Find tax forms and information for other states.
Tax Help - TurboTax, opens a new window - Tax Help subjects put out by TurboTax to help answer your questions.
Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers with Credentials and Select Qualifications , opens a new window- Find a tax preparer in your area with professional credentials that are recognized by the IRS or who hold an Annual Filing Season Program Record of Completion.
Legal Forms
Legal Forms
Tax Assistance Materials
Tax Help Materials
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