FREE Tax Preparation Services

Overview

TCAH’s FREE Income Tax Services Program will help you file your taxes and get back refunds and credits to which you are entitled. This service is also offered at no cost to self-employed taxi drivers and childcare providers, regardless of income.

• To schedule an appointment, please call 718-773-3551 x112
• Tax prep appointments are available in-person and over Zoom, please indicate your preference when you call to schedule your time to meet.

• A photo ID for you and your spouse (if filing a joint return). If you have a state ID or driver’s license, you must have it with you when filing, or your tax return may be delayed.
• Social Security cards* (originals or copies) or ITIN (originals or copies) for you and anyone you are claiming on your tax return; or a letter from the Social Security Administration.
• If you are claiming childcare expenses, the amount you paid and the childcare agency’s ID, or the name and Social Security Number of the childcare provider.
• A sample check or a bank statement with the routing and account number, if you have a savings or checking account for direct deposit.
• Form 1098-T if you paid tuition for post-high school education.
• If you are filing a joint return, both you and your spouse must be present.
• W-2s for all jobs you held in the prior year and all 1099 forms paid in cash or personal checks. You must also know your total income and deductible expenses for the year.
• If you purchased health insurance through the marketplace and were eligible for the premium tax credit, please bring form 1095-A.
• If you are a victim of identity theft, bring your IP-PIN (Individual Protection- Personal Identification Number) assigned by the IRS.
• Any other tax-related information you may have received.