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ALACHUA COUNTY – Residents seeking help filing their 2025 federal income taxes will once again have access to free assistance through the Alachua County Library District and its partner organizations, AARP Tax-Aide and United Way VITA.

The annual tax assistance program offers free tax preparation at select library branches across the county, providing help to individuals who may not otherwise have access to professional services. The program runs through the April 15 tax filing deadline.

AARP Tax-Aide will begin offering services on Feb. 2 at designated library locations, continuing through April 15. United Way VITA services will begin earlier, on Jan. 30, and will also continue through April 15.

Each participant is allowed assistance with one tax return per one-hour session. Appointments are required, though walk-ins may be accepted if time allows. Due to high demand, same-day appointments may not be available. Saturday walk-in sessions will be offered on select dates at select locations.

Appointments can be scheduled online through the individual organization pages or by visiting www.aclib.us/taxes and following the “Book an Appointment” links. Additional information about the program is also available at www.aclib.us/taxes.

AARP Tax-Aide schedule

AARP Tax-Aide services will be available at four library locations:

  • Headquarters Library, 401 E. University Ave., beginning Feb. 2, every Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Library Partnership Branch, 912 NE 16th Ave., beginning Feb. 4, every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Millhopper Branch, 3145 NW 43rd St., beginning Feb. 2, every Monday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Tower Road Branch, 3020 SW 75th St., beginning Feb. 3, every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

United Way VITA schedule

United Way VITA services will be offered at three locations on select dates:

  • Alachua Branch, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Feb. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 and 28, and March 7, 14, 21 and 28.
  • Cone Park Branch, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Feb. 2, 5, 9, 13, 19 and 27, and March 13 and 27.
  • Library Partnership Branch, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 30; Feb. 6, 12, 20 and 23; and March 6 and 20.

Library officials encourage residents to schedule appointments early due to the popularity of the service and limited availability.

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