Need Tax Prep Help?

Eligible Vermonters can get free help preparing and filing their taxes. See if you qualify for any of the four programs listed below.  

Before you visit a filing help location, make sure you have what you need to file.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program (TCE)

The IRS sponsors the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. In Vermont, these programs are provided statewide by Vermont Community Action Agencies. 

The VITA and TCE Programs offer free tax prep if you:

  • Made less than $69,000 in 2025
  • Have disabilities
  • Are elderly
  • Have language access needs

Click here to find a location near you.

Read a description of VITA and TCE free tax preparation assistance services in English and Spanish.

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Tax-Aide Program

You don't need to be an AARP member to use the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program. 

If you have a complicated return that uses less-common forms, check with the service location first or call 1-800-906-9887.

United Way's MyFreeTaxes Service

MyFreeTaxes is provided by United Way in partnership with VITA and AARP. It helps people file their federal and state taxes and claim credits in person or online for free. You may:

  • File your own taxes: File online for free if your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) in 2025 was $89,000 or less. This option takes most filers an hour or less to complete. Free email, chat, or phone help is available if you need it.
  • Have your taxes prepared for you: Have your return prepared for you online or in-person if your AGI is $69,000 or less in 2025. This option typically takes 2-3 weeks.

Learn more about MyFreeTaxes.

MyFreeTaxes en Español: myfreetaxes.com/es

Military OneSource

Military OneSource offers free filing services for military members, including easy-to-use tax preparation and e-filing software, personalized support from a tax consultant, and current information about tax filing, specifically for the military. 

Become a Community Tax Volunteer 

These tax assistance programs are only successful because of volunteers. All volunteers are trained to meet or exceed IRS and Vermont filing standards. If you would like to volunteer, contact the program that interests you: