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Call 2-1-1 Susquehanna River Region for appointment at Broome County Library and for information on AARP sites in other counties.

Provides in person and virtual tax help to taxpayers. Volunteers are trained to prepare tax forms for New York income tax.

Offers free tax preparation services for low-income people, including information on Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).EITC tax preparation services: February-AprilAdditional Free tax preparation also available through One Stop: April-February (outside tax season)

A tax-aide program that offers free tax preparation services, as well as one-to-one tax counseling, and assistance on the telephone and online to help low and middle income individuals and seniors prepare their tax forms, including with EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit) for those who qualify.

Provides nutritious meals, reservations are needed by noon the day before. A contribution of $4.00 is requested for people age 60+ and spouse of any age. Those under age 60 are charged $5.00 per meal. No one age 60+ will be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Center provides various social activities including exercise groups, cards, games, crafts, trips and other special events.

Offers free tax preparation assistance by appointment only.

* Provides general information about and referrals to available human services within the community and specialized information and referrals on volunteer opportunities and transportation resources. No crisis counseling.* Provides services through phone, and text.

Provides nutritious meals, a reservation is required by noon the day before. A contribution of $4.00 is requested for people age 60+ and spouse of any age. Those under age 60 are charged $5.00 per meal. No one age 60+ or their spouse will be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.Center provides various social activities including exercise groups, cards, games, crafts, trips and other special events.

Provides free tax help to taxpayers with low and middle income, 60 years and older. Volunteers are trained to prepare basic tax forms only. Assistance may be available to homebound seniors.

Offers face-to-face meeting with IRS representatives who need help with tax forms, understanding financial tax laws, or materials needed to fill out forms correctly.

Free volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service. All returns prepared remotely. All tax clients must have gross annual household income below $60,000. We will mail or email out intake packets to all potential clients. Once a client has all their tax documents and has completed all intake forms, they can call to make an appointment to drop off their documents. Taxes will not be prepared until we determine all the necessary documentation has been received.

Provides property tax relief to eligible homeowners through two tiers: Basic STAR for primary residences and Enhanced STAR for seniors meeting income requirements. Services provides direct links to the required forms and the NYS website for registration and renewal. Call for detailed information.

Offers a program to help senior citizens file their state and federal income tax returns. The project has limited resources and cannot take every case, no matter how deserving. Call to see if you are eligible and schedule an appointment with a project representative.

A tax-aide program that offers free tax preparation services, as well as one-to-one tax counseling, and assistance on the telephone and online to help low and middle income individuals and seniors prepare their tax forms, including with EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit) for those who qualify

New York State and the IRS have developed a new program that allows eligible New Yorkers to e-file their federal and state personal income tax returns for free. The Direct File pilot program is open to New Yorkers reporting certain types of income and claiming certain credits and adjustments. The Direct File program is easy to use and can help eligible taxpayers file a 2023 federal tax return—for free—in English or Spanish, add tax information with step-by-step guidance, and connect with real-time online support from IRS customer service representatives. Direct File may be accessed from a smartphone, laptop, tablet, or desktop computer.

Offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age. Priority goes to those who are 50 or older or can't afford paid tax preparation.

Provides free tax help to taxpayers with low and middle income, with special attention to individuals 60 years or older. Volunteers are trained to prepare basic tax forms only.

* Provides comprehensive telephone information and referral services.* Offers connection to tax preparation assistance.

* Provides information and referral for legal and financial matters, transportation difficulties, housing availability, and health service & counseling.* Provides on site assistance with tax preparation, Medicare forms and the Home Energy Assistance Program.* Provides recreation and social programs, as well as travel days, cards, dancing and celebrations.* Provides transportation to and from center.

Assesses and maintains records of all properties in the City of Syracuse.

* Offers IRS trained volunteers to prepare taxes for low-income Geneva residents at no cost. Headquartered at Geneva Public Library. Hybrid model available due to COVID.

* Provides free tax preparation assistance for low income families.

Provides free tax preparation assistance to low- or moderate-income individuals with a special focus on tax payers who are ages 50 years or older.
The following sites provide in-person tax preparation assistance:

Oneida County Locations:

AARP Parkway Center - Open February 1, 2024 - April 15, 2024
Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 AM - 1 PM
220 Memorial Parkway, Utica, NY 13501
Appointment required: Call 315-223-3973 x117 to schedule an appointment

2026- Lifelong will start scheduling tax appointments for seniors 60+ and returning clients on 1/5/2026. Taxpayers under 60 that meet the income guidelines can begin calling for appointments on 2/2. Appointments run from 1/28-4/11/2026Free federal and state income tax preparation assistance for Tompkins County residents meeting one of these criteria: limited income, families less than $69,000 individuals with disabilities all seniors, 60 and over, with spouses of any age.at Lifelong, 119 W Court St, Ithaca.Trumansburg LibraryDryden Southworth Library

No cost tax preparation services offered at the Tompkins County Public Library 2026 appointments start on 2/3 and 2-1-1 will begin scheduling on Monday 1/26Two tiered option for assistance:1. Traditional Tax preparation- Assistance for more complex taxes, assistance for individuals who are not comfortable using web based programs- Income limit $67K per household2. DIY Taxes with Assistance Available - Complete your own taxes at the VITA site, trained preparer available to answer questions and review returns, best for those with fairly simple returns but might have questions, income limit $89K per householdITHACA COLLEGE VITA Info- contact is Kari Smoker [email protected] call/text 585-230-6663.-this is mainly for individuals who are not US citizens/permanent residents