VITA Tax Help

Free tax help and filing for qualifying individuals and families is offered by VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) through Johnson County Social Services.

There are 2 ways to use their service:

Option 1: Schedule an appointment to have your tax return completed by an IRS-certified tax preparer at the library while you sit with them.

Option 2: Use VITA's software to prepare and file your own federal and state tax returns online for FREE anytime, anywhere if your household income was less than $79,000 in 2023. Email fileforfree@johnsoncountyiowa.gov to get access to the tax software. For in-person assistance while you use the software, stop by one of the drop-in events listed below.

The drop-in sessions are February 10 - April 13, 2024 on Mondays 2 - 8pm and Saturdays 11 - 5pm. Laptops will be available and IRS-certified tax preparers can help with questions and review your forms before they're filed electronically.

Find other tax-related resources on our Taxes page.