We’ve compiled a variety of resources to help you prepare for tax season!

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offered in cooperation with the IRS. The Urbandale Public Library is one of the five Tax-Aide locations in the Des Moines metro area. Assistance is available by appointment only. If you include an email in your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email with a list of what documents (W2s, 1099s, photo ID, etc.) to bring to your appointment. Please fill out an intake form and bring it to your appointment. You can print off the intake form here or pick up a form at the UPL tax prep room a few days prior to your appointment to fill out at home.

Click here to search AARP Tax-Aide sites by location.

To book an appointment with AARP Tax-Aide at the Urbandale Public Library location, click here to schedule online (preferred method) or call AARP 515-650-1838.

PLACE: 

• Urbandale Public Library, ICN Room  

DATES:  

• Beginning: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
• Ending: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
• Tax assistance is NOT available on Fridays, Saturdays , or Sundays
  • The library will be closed Monday, January 20 and Monday, February 17. Tax assistance will not be available.

APPOINTMENT HOURS:  

• Monday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm  
• Tuesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm   
• Wednesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm  
• Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm  

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Other Community Tax Resources

United Way of Central Iowa is offering the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) service at two locations. For more information, visit (https://www.unitedwaydm.org/vita)

The Iowa Center for Economic Success offers VITA services. For more information visit (https://theiowacenter.org/taxservices/)

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