Tax Season Resources
Find the tax forms and resources you need all in one place. This page includes access to federal and state tax forms, filing guidance, and information about free tax preparation services available in the community.
Looking for federal 1040 forms? Printed copies are not yet available at the library. Online versions are available through the IRS website.
2026 Tax Deadlines
- Federal Individual Tax Return – April 15, 2026
- Federal Tax Extension Deadline – October 15, 2026
- Ohio State Individual Income Tax Return Due – April 15, 2026
- Ohio State Tax Extension Deadline – October 15, 2026
- Springfield, OH Municipal Income Tax – April 15, 2026
Tax Forms and Instructions
Tax Forms
- Ohio Individual Income Tax Form for 2025 (Includes Ohio IT 1040, Schedule of Adjustments, Schedule of Business Income, Schedule of Credits, Schedule of Dependents, IT WH, and OUPC.)
- School District Estate Income Tax Form (SD 100)
- Instructions
eFile
OH | TAX eServices - Make a payment, check a refund status, or verify the identity on an individual income or school district tax account.
Free File Alliance - available only for taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less
GetYourRefund - a non-profit service built by Code for America, opens a new window in partnership with the IRS, with support from the White House and U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Tax Help
Do you need assistance with filing your taxes?
Provides free, in-person tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers for qualifying individuals and families. VITA generally serves low- to moderate-income taxpayers, while TCE focuses on older adults and retirement-related tax questions. Find a VITA or TCE site near you.
Offers free tax preparation and e-filing by trained, IRS-certified volunteers. Appointments are typically available at senior centers during tax season. Find a Tax-Aide site near you.
Coordinates free tax preparation services in partnership with IRS-certified volunteers and community organizations. United Way also supports MyFreeTaxes, a free online filing option for eligible taxpayers who prefer to file on their own with guided assistance.
Morningstar Investing Center Tax Help Lessons
Morningstar Investing Classroom Tax Courses
Tax Prep Courses on Gale Presents: Udemy
Build your tax knowledge with Udemy
Catalog Books
Tax-related Books
Tax-related FAQs
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During Tax Season, the Main Library has a limited supply of:
- US Individual Income Tax Return Form 1040
- Instruction booklet for Form 1040 and 1040-SR
Forms may also be available at the branch locations. Please get in touch with the branch nearest you to check on availability.
We do not receive local or state tax forms. State forms/instructions can be obtained by visiting the Ohio Department of Taxation website, opens a new window.
You may also call their toll-free Forms Request line Call 1-800-282-1782, or by writing them at:
Ohio Department of Taxation
P.O. Box 2476
Columbus, Ohio 43216-2476 -
Trusted national programs such as VITA, AARP Tax-Aide, and United Way services will provide tax preparation services. Check out their websites to see if you can apply:
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You can use library computers, printers, and internet access to eFile, but library staff cannot prepare or file your taxes for you.
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Librarians can help you find forms, websites, and assistance programs, but cannot give tax advice or fill out forms.
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No. The library does not help with tax preparation.