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 2025 as of 12/18/24.
Please keep in-mind Stark Library staff members are not able to prepare your taxes for you.
2025 AARP Tax-Aide | Walk-in Appointments
Updated 12/18/24
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.
Main Library | McKinley Room
Fridays from 9:00am to 2:00pm
February 7, 14, 21, and 28
March 7, 14, 21, and 28
April 4, and 11
Madge Youtz Branch
Wednesdays from 9:00am to 2:00pm
February 5, 12, 19, and 26
March 5, 12, 19, and 26
April 2, and 9
Lake Community Branch
Fridays from 9:00am to 1:00pm
February 7, 14, 21, and 28
March 7, 14, 21, and 28
April 4
VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance from the United Way | By Appointment Only
Updated 12/18/24
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 $67,000, 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 21st for appointment scheduling. During the season, the call center will run Tuesday through Friday from 10:00am-5:00pm.
To schedule a drop-off appointment during the times below, call 330-994-8482 or visit www.uwstark.org. The pick-up date and time will be provided when you drop off your materials and will typically be around 7-10 days after the initial drop-off appointment.
East Canton Branch
Tuesdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm
February 4 - Drop-off Clinic
March 4 - Drop-off Clinic
March 18 - Pick-Up
Madge Youtz Branch
Fridays from 10:00am to 2:00pm
February 14 - Drop-off Clinic
February 28 - Drop-off Clinic
March 14 - Drop-off Clinic
*If you are dropping off your packet during either of the first two appointment dates listed above (for Madge Youtz Branch only), you will be able to pick-up your return during the next drop-off date listed. If you are dropping off your packet on March 14, you will pick-up your packet at one of Vita's pick-up locations instead of at Madge Youtz Branch.
Perry Sippo Branch
Fridays from 9:00am to 1:00pm
February 7 - Drop-off Clinic
February 21 - Drop-off Clinic
March 7 - Drop-off Clinic
March 21 - Drop-off Clinic
April 4 - Pick-up from 10:00am to 1:00pm
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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