Tax Preparation Assistance | Columbia Public Library
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
618-281-6977
Fax·
Fax
618-281-4237
Voice·
Main
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.
Date of Last Formal Update
03/18/2026
Data provided by
United Way of Greater St Louis 211
What's Here
Providing organization
COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Public library providing library services and space for individuals to have their income taxes prepared.