EOTSC20151218 (th) AARP Foundation - Tax-Aide volunteers

Beginning in February 2016, AARP Foundation will again provide free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low to moderate income through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, in its 47^th year, is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service, giving special attention to the older population.  You do not need to be a member of AARP or a retiree to use this service. 

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is seeking volunteers to support the Bandon, Lakeside and North Bend sites to help taxpayers who are seeking assistance for preparing and filing their 2015 tax returns. Previous experience is not required to be a volunteer. In addition to general tax assistance, there is also a need for grass-roots leadership, on-site greeters, and those who can provide tax help in Spanish.

Free training is scheduled for mid-January 2016. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers must complete a tax preparation workshop from the Internal Revenue Service prior to working with taxpayers. They are reimbursed on a limited basis for qualified program-related expenses such as mileage. 

For more information, visit www.aarp.org/taxaide or call 1-888-OURAARP (1-888-687-2277).  For local information, or to volunteer, call Fain at 541-297-3722. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offered in conjunction with the IRS.