Note: Our libraries do not have hard copies of tax forms or instruction booklets.
Tax forms may be printed from our public computers at a charge of $0.20 per page. Library staff cannot assist with choosing forms, filing taxes, or answering tax questions. Resources for tax assistance are provided below.
Federal Income Tax
Online:
IRS Forms - Find IRS forms, instructions and other publications.
Order forms by phone:
1-800-829-3676
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Telephone Assistance:
1-800-829-1040
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Assistance:
All Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) operate by appointment. Find your nearest Taxpayer Assistance Center.
Electronic Filing Providers:
IRS Electronic filing options for individuals.- Find information about filing your federal income tax electronically.
Refund Status:
IRS federal filing and refund status.- Check this website for updates on your refund.
Free Tax Service Assitance
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.
VITA at the Red Mountain Library
Jan 27 - Apr 15
Tues - Fri, 10am - 2:30pm
IRS-certified volunteers will provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. Preparers are provided to the library by Mesa United Way. Appointments are available between 10am and 12pm. To schedule an appointment, visit prepareandempower.org/appointment to select a date and time. If you need assistance booking an appointment online, please call VITA at 480-834-2122 and an agent will assist you. No walk-in appointments will be available between 10am and 12pm; you must schedule an appointment to be seen in this timeframe. Walk-in services will be available 12pm to 2:30pm. Clients will be seen on a first-come, first served basis during walk-ins. For more information and other locations, visit prepareandempower.org.
The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those who are 60 years of age and older, specializing in questions about pensions and retirement-related issues unique to seniors.
Find a VITA or TCE location near you.
Tax-Aide from the AARP Foundation
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. Find a Tax-Aide location near you - these locations open February 1.
