Eligibility
You qualify for our free federal, state, and city tax preparation services if:
- Your total family income is up to $40,000 a year
- Your total individual income is up to $20,000 a year
We’re sorry, but we are unable to file your tax return if:
- You are not a U.S. citizen and are required to file Form 1040-NR***
- You report capital gains or losses and received Form 1099-B
- You received income from a foreign country
- You received income from your child’s invested money
- You cancelled a debt from foreclosure or bankruptcy (Form 1099-C)
- You collect rental or royalties income
***Non-residents should contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to determine if they are required to file a form 1040-NR.
Advance appointments are required to have your taxes done for free.
Call 2-1-1 beginning January 9, 2012 to make your appointment or if you have further questions.
We can still help you, even if you do not qualify for our services. You can:
- File your own taxes online (if your total income is $58,000 or less) using free tax software from MyFreeTaxes.com
- Find other free tax sites in Allegheny County
- Find AARP free tax sites
- Get advice on how to select a professional tax preparer
- Learn how to avoid common tax scams