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Free Tax Assistance at the Library

Accounting Aid Society member providing no cost tax assistance to Detroit resident


Get free tax preparation assistance at the library this year! The Accounting Aid Society offers no-cost tax preparation assistance to qualifying (income under $69,000) individuals and families. For over 20 years, the Accounting Aid Society has offered tax preparation and support here at the Detroit Public Library for free.

You can make an appointment at Main, Douglass, or Duffield by calling the Accounting Aid Society at 313-556-1920 or using their online form: Schedule an appointment

When scheduling your appointment, be sure to review the checklist of documents to bring. You will need ID, your social security card and any income documents. During the appointment, most individuals will be able to have their taxes filed electronically.

AARP Tax Aide is also providing free tax preparation assistance at the Edison Branch. See details below.

Library locations offering free tax preparation:

Main Library
5201 Woodward Ave
Accounting Aid Society
January 20 – April 15
Tuesdays – Wednesdays: Noon – 8:00 pm
Thursdays – Saturdays: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Mondays (February 2, 9 & 23; March 30; April 6 & 13)
Appointments preferred by calling 313-556-1920 or visiting www.accountingaidsociety.org. Walk-ins will be accepted, but wait times can vary.

Douglass Branch
3666 Grand River Ave
Accounting Aid Society
Thursdays, January 29, February 12 & 26, March 12 & 26: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Appointments required by calling 313-556-1920 or visiting www.accountingaidsociety.org and requesting the Douglass Branch.

Duffield Branch
2507 W Grand Blvd
Accounting Aid Society
January 31 – April 11
Saturdays (closed February 21 and April 4): 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Appointments required by calling 313-556-1920 or visiting www.accountingaidsociety.org and requesting the Duffield Branch.

Edison Branch
18400 Joy Rd
AARP Tax Aide
February 4 – April 15
Wednesdays: Noon – 4:00 pm
By appointment only by calling 586-393-7101.


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