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Tax Preparation Assistance | Columbia Public Library

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Resource Name:Tax Preparation Assistance | Columbia Public Library

address

106 North Metter Avenue, Columbia, IL 62236

Eligibility

Income must have been less than $69,000 last year

Required documents

  • Photo ID
  • Social Security cards for self, spouse and dependents
  • An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for self, spouse and dependents if Social Security number isn't available
  • Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN
  • Birth dates for self, spouse and dependents on the tax return
  • Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers
  • Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099)
  • All Forms 1095-A, B or C, Affordable Health Care Statements/Health Insurance Statements
  • Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received
  • A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available
  • Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check
  • To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms
  • Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business - Employer Identification Number
  • Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable
  • Property tax bill

Hours

  • Mon - 12:30pm to 2:30pm
  • Thu - 9:15am to 11:45am
February 2 - April 13, 2026
618-281-4237

Voice

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Main

618-281-6977

Fax

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Fax

To access this service, contact:

Annette Bland (Library Director)

Languages

English

Application process

Call to schedule an appointment (618) 281-4237

Fees

No Fees

Service area

City of Columbia in Illinois
Public library providing library services and space for individuals to have their income taxes prepared.

Last Assured

03/18/2026

Data provided by

United Way of Greater Kansas City 211

Providing organization

COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Public library providing library services and space for individuals to have their income taxes prepared.