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--></style></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.spl.org/programs-and-services/civics-and-social-services/tax-help">https://www.spl.org/programs-and-services/civics-and-social-services/tax-help</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://www.spl.org/programs-and-services/civics-and-social-services/tax-help">https://www.spl.org/programs-and-services/civics-and-social-services/tax-help</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>In 2026 we offer in-person Tax Help at eleven locations in partnership with United Way of King County and AARP. Both United Way and AARP also offer free virtual Tax Help.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>On this page:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Tax forms Free In-person Tax Help at the Central Library and South Park Branch Free In-person Tax Help at Branch Libraries Other Free In-person Tax Help Free Online Tax Help Upcoming Events Related Links<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Tax forms<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Most IRS forms, instructions and publications are available online at www.irs.gov.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Due to federal budget cuts, the IRS is unable to provide the Library with certain tax forms and instruction booklets. To ask the IRS to mail you forms and instructions, order online at www.IRS.gov/orderforms or call 1-800-829-3676.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>You may make free black-and-white prints of the forms from Library computers: www.spl.org/Print<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free In-person Tax Help at the Central Library and South Park Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We are collaborating with United Way of King County to offer free tax preparation service January 26 through April 19 at the Central Library and South Park Branch.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Trained volunteers will answer questions and help prepare personal tax returns. This service is free and available to individuals only. The service is not available for business tax returns.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>United Way Tax Help locations serve anyone who earned less than $80,000 in 2025 (or less than $96,000 for non-single filers).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>For eligibility details, contact United Way at 206-461-3700.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Drop-in tax help is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Central Library: January 26 through April 19<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Mondays - 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Tuesdays -Thursdays: 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Saturdays - Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>South Park Branch: January 31 through April 19<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Saturdays - Sundays: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free In-person Tax Help at Branch Libraries<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We are collaborating with AARP to offer free tax preparation service from February 1 through April 14 at the following branches. There is no income limit for AARP tax help, although there are certain complicated returns that volunteers may not be able to complete for you. See more information here.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dates Available<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Schedule<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ballard Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 10– April 14<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Tuesdays: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Drop-in<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Broadview Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 2– April 13<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mondays: 12 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Wednesdays: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Drop-in<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Columbia Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 5– April 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Appointment preferred<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Douglass-Truth Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 2– April 13<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mondays and Saturdays 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Appointment preferred<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Greenwood Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 5– April 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Drop-in<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>NewHolly Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 7– April 11<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Saturdays 12 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointment preferred<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Northeast Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 7– April 11<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Saturdays 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Drop-in<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Queen Anne Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 1– April 12<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Drop-in<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Southwest Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Feb. 6– April 12<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Fridays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointment preferred<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>What to Bring<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Each of the following documents are required:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Photo identification<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Social Security cards or ITINS for everyone listed on the tax return<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Proof of income, for example, W2s and 1099s (Social Security benefits)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Official documents on Social Security Administration letterhead<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Medicare card (if Social Security number is followed by an "A")<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Be prepared to provide information about health care coverage for each person on the return<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Recommended:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Last year's tax return, if available<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of refunds<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Photocopies or computer print-outs of any these documents will be accepted. Original documents highly recommended.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Washington Working Families Tax Credit<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) is a tax refund that returns a portion of sales tax paid each year to Washington workers who meet certain eligibility requirements. If you qualify, Tax-Aide and VITA can help file the credit for you.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Other Free In-person Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>United Way of King County and AARP are also offering in-person tax help at many non-library locations throughout King County.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Get Free Tax Help | United Way of King County (uwkc.org)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Locator<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>PIM Savvy provides tax help throughout King and Snohomish counties.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• PIM Savvy Free Tax Prep (VITA) Program<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) using PIM Savvy’s IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) services.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>For information on other tax help services in and outside of King County.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• https://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Online Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• You can get online help with your taxes from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Online Tax Assistance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• You can get free help with your taxes on USA.gov<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• For those who made $84,000 or less, use Free File on the IRS website to file your taxes with no software or accountant fees<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• MyFreeTaxes.com is a partnership between H&R Block and the United Way to help you complete and file simple tax returns<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Military personnel and their families can get help from the Armed Forces Tax Council or MilTax<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Virtual tax preparation services from PIM Savvy<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Need an Extension?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• If you need to file after April 15, 2026, you can request an extension from the IRS website.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Upcoming Events<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>All Tax Help Events <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sunday, February 8, 2026, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Queen Anne Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting Room<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sunday, February 8, 2026, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Southwest Branch<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting Room<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free Tax Help<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sunday, February 8, 2026, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Central Library<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Level 5 - 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