It's Tax Season!
It’s tax season! The library is often the first place that people think of when they know taxes are near. We frequently get questions like, “I was told to come to the library for tax help, what do you have or can you help me with my taxes?
How can the library help during tax season?
We have:
- Tax forms
- Computers – you can file electronically
- Fax, scanning, and copy services – we can help you scan and save documents that you might need to upload.
- One-on-one appointments – We cannot give tax help or guidance but we can help with basic computer functions.
- This can include:
- Helping with navigating the internet
- Assisting with scanning and emailing functions
- Guidance on how to use a keyboard and mouse
- This can include:
*Library staff cannot give tax help, fill out tax forms or give guidance on filing taxes.
At this time, we have been unable to find free in-person tax help in Trinidad, Colorado. We will continue to keep an eye out for this resource.
Online Tax Resources
Internal Revenue Service – The official website of the IRS and the first stop for information relating to federal taxes. Includes tax forms, online services, refund tracking, and frequently asked questions.
IRS Forms and Publications – Direct link to the IRS forms page, this is where you can download tax forms, instructions, and more.
IRS YouTube Channel – Features IRS videos on a variety of tax topics, from explanations of the New Homebuyer Credit to how to track your refund.
Colorado Department of Revenue-Taxation– The starting point for all things related to Colorado taxes. Includes tax forms, online services, informational brochures, and news updates.
Free Tax Classes– The Colorado Department of Revenue will be offering its tax classes as webinars and online guides this year. This page also includes additional resources for business, sales, and individual taxes.
State Tax Forms– Direct link to Colorado’s online tax forms.
Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit (PTC) Rebate Information– Information about Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit Rebate and eligibility.
Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit (PTC) Rebate Forms– Link to forms for Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit.
Federation of Tax Administrators– Use this site to locate tax forms for states other than Colorado.
Get Ahead Colorado– A partnership between The Piton Foundation and the Colorado Community College System, Tax Help Colorado offers free tax preparation assistance to families who earn less than about $56,000 a year. This site contains a refund calculator, links and resources for filing online, and a map to locations offering their free tax preparation service.
211 Colorado – Filing your taxes is an important step to claim the Tax Credits and Rebates you may be owed
Learn more about what Tax Credits you may qualify for and how to file for free below. You can find in-person tax filing help (Pueblo is the closest) or file online.
We believe hard-working families shouldn’t have to pay to receive high-quality tax preparation. Tax Help Colorado provides free tax preparation services, helping you receive the refund you are owed.
- The closest location is in Pueblo, CO.
- Free income tax preparation is available at Pueblo Community College, 900 W. Orman Ave. Those who had a 2024 household income of less than $65,000 can have their return completed by IRS-certified tax preparers.
- For information and to schedule appointments, go to as.me/PuebloCCor call 719-549-3200.
CO Child Care Expenses and Early Childhood Educator Credit
Instructions and forms:
Colorado Family Affordability Tax Credit
Qualifying resident individuals can claim a refundable family affordability tax credit for tax year 2024. Income restrictions apply in determining eligibility for the credit. The credit is allowed only for eligible children under the age of 17. Click on the link to more information from the Colorado Department of Revenue
Information about TABOR Refund:
- Click this LINK to go to the CO Dept. of Revenue 2024 TABOR explanation website.
- Colorado Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) Information
Information on the Colorado Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR), its history, and current information including tax year 2023 refund status and information. - Colorado General Assembly information about the SB23B-003 Identical TABOR Refund bill.
El IRS en Español – El sitio oficial del IRS y el primer lugar acerca de información del impuesto federal. Incluye formularios, opciones electrónicas, información para cómo vigilar su reembolso, y preguntas frecuentes.
IRS Canal de YouTube– Contiene vídeos informativos del IRS que se tratan de una variedad de temas, desde reembolsos que no pueden ser entregados hasta créditos para quienes recientemente han comprado una vivienda.
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