Community Tax Assistance Programs

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Multiple tax preparation services are available to nonprofit clients in the region. Spread the  word!

  • Free Tax Assistance is available from the Community Action Agency through April for individuals who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). All tax preparation is virtual this tax season. More info here.
  • The Cincinnati Public Library and the United Way have partnered to offer numerous locations for free tax assistance. Call the Library’s Virtual Information Center at 513-369-6900, or fill outa brief online survey online to register for tax prep assistance. More info on all available CPL options here.
  • Free Tax Prep, an initiative of United Way of Greater Cincinnati, provides free income tax  preparation and filing services to individuals in need. Funded by the IRS and powered by volunteers, the program offers services including preparing and filing taxes on an individual’s behalf or supporting people in preparing and filing their taxes. All in-person services have been modified to limit contact and ensure safe distancing. To determine the best free tax prep option, complete a short survey or call 2-1-1- for assistance. More info here.
  • Brighton Center in Northern Kentucky offers the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) service in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service and the United Way of Greater Cincinnati, through April 10. The free volunteer income tax assistance is available on Saturdays in Newport, Florence and Grant County. Appointments need to be made due to pandemic restrictions. More information available here.