Free Tax Help In Chicago

This is part three of a series covering some of the resources and opportunities that are available to those living in Chicago. Part 1: Free Adult Bike Lessons/Free Bikes Part 2: Free Vocational Training In Chicago

While I know this is not tax season I have used the free tax prep people for the last two years and had a good experience so I am including it in this series of Chicago based resources.

The City of Chicago works with its nonprofit partner, Ladder Up, to offer free tax help throughout the tax season and at various points in the off-season.

Free eTAP Tax Services Available (This was for this year so double check next spring to see if any changes)

Do I Qualify?

• Tax Years 2021, 2020, or 2019 only
• Household income under $73,000
• US Citizen or Resident Alien
• No rental income, including Airbnb
• No business loss (expenses exceed your income)

What do I need?

• Computer and/or Smartphone
• Access to internet
• Email address
• Social Security card or ITIN for you and every member of your household
• State ID, Driver’s License, Passport, or any Government-Issued ID
• Income tax documents (for example, W-2s and 1099s).
• Bank account and routing numbers if you want direct deposit of your refund