Oakland Public Library works with the AARP Foundation, opens a new window to provide free tax help during tax season, usually February through the April tax deadline.
Step 1: Schedule your Appointment
Call to schedule an appointment for free help with your tax return from AARP and VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) programs. Dates and times are subject to volunteer availability.
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Dimond Branch, opens a new window Appointments Open Feb 2 3565 Fruitvale Avenue Oakland, CA 94602 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 929-2489 Mon & Tues: 10am - 3pm (CLOSED 2/16 AND 3/31)
Eastmont Branch, opens a new window Appointments Open Feb 2 7200 Bancroft Avenue, Suite 211 Oakland, CA 94605 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 615-5726 Fri: 12:30pm - 5pm
Golden Gate Branch, opens a new window Appointments Open Jan 27 5606 San Pablo Avenue Oakland, CA 94608 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 597-5023 Tues: 10am - 4pm (CLOSED 3/31) *Appointments open 2 weeks ahead on a rolling basis Main Library, opens a new window Same-day Appointments Open Feb 8 125 14th Street Oakland, CA 94612 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 238-3144 Sun & Mon: 10am - 3:30pm (CLOSED 2/16) *Appointments given same day at 9:45am, Main Entrance
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West Oakland Branch, opens a new window Now Scheduling Appointments 1801 Adeline Street Oakland, CA 94607 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 238-4911 Tues & Thurs: 10am - 4pm Wed: 10am - 6:30pm Some Saturdays:10am - 2pm (3/7, 3/17, 4/4, 4/11)
OTHER LOCATIONS
Downtown Oakland Senior Center (DOSC), opens a new window Appointments Open Jan 20 200 Grand Ave Oakland, CA 94610 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 238-3535 Tues & Thurs: 9:30pm - 2pm Make Online Appointment ↗, opens a new window
North Oakland Senior Center (NOSC), opens a new window Appointments Open Jan 20 5714 MLK Jr. Way Oakland, CA 94609 Get directions ›, opens a new window Phone: (510) 238-3535 Thurs: 9am - 3pm |
Step 2: Prepare your Documents
Please bring the following items with you to your appointment:
- Photo ID for tax payer and spouse, if filing joint return
- Social Security cards or ITIN for everyone on tax return
- Federal Tax returns for 2024 and 2023 (highly recommended)
- Form 1095-A and CA Form 3895 (Covered CA Health Insurance Documentation), if received
- All income documents for this year (e.g., W-2s, 1099s, etc)
- Deduction Documents (e.g., mortgage interest, property taxes, medical expenses, charitable donations, tuition, etc)
- Childcare provider information, if applicable (Name, physical address, telephone number, ID number for day care provider)
- Bank account routing and account numbers or blank check for direct deposit of refund.
- Documents for any other expenses you want to claim.
Important Changes for 2025:
The IRS is phasing out of paper checks. Your refund will be significantly delayed unless you provide information for direct deposit. You must bring a blank check (not a deposit slip) or your account number AND routing number.
FAQs
FAQs
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You may print your tax forms through our print portal. Call 510-238-3134 if you need more help.
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Only a small supply of State and Federal tax forms has been made available to OPL by the Franchise Tax Board and the Internal Revenue Service. Please check with your local branch to find out if they have the form(s) you need.
If you need federal tax forms, you can get them from the IRS website, opens a new window or call 800-829-3676.
If you need California tax forms, you can get them online, opens a new window or call 800-338-0505.
Tax Help Organizations
Can't get an appointment? These organizations also provide free tax help and resources
