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.
2025 Locations
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.
Dimond Branch
3565 Fruitvale Avenue
(510) 929-2489
ALL APPOINTMENTS FULL FOR THE SEASON
Eastmont Branch
7200 Bancroft Avenue, Suite 211
(510) 615-5726
ALL APPOINTMENTS FULL FOR THE SEASON
Golden Gate Branch
5606 San Pablo Avenue
(510) 597-5023
Tuesdays, 10am to 4pm
ALL APPOINTMENTS FULL FOR THE SEASON
Main Library
125 14th Street
510-238-3144
Mondays, 10am - 3:30pm
Appointments given same day at 9:30 AM, main entrance.
West Oakland Branch
1801 Adeline St
510-238-4911
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am - 4pm
Wednesdays, 10 am - 7pm
First Saturdays, 10am -2pm
Register for an appointment.
Have Your Documents Ready
- A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns
- Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID)All 2024 tax documents
Further Assistance
Print out the Free Tax Help Flyer, opens a new window [PDF file] with the locations, dates, and hours of tax help services at the library and other local locations in 2025.
You can also check EarnItKeepItSaveIt.org, opens a new window for more Bay Area tax resources.
Tax Forms
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.
Print out tax forms, opens a new window. You can call 510-238-3134 if you need more help.