Library Offers Tax Help and Financial Literacy Resources

Ease tax day dread with free forms, courses, and volunteer assistance

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:09am

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As the April 15th tax filing deadline approaches, the local library is providing a variety of resources to help residents navigate the tax season, including free tax forms, federal instruction books, online financial literacy courses, and access to the United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Why it matters

Tax season can be a stressful time for many people, especially those who struggle with financial literacy or don't have the resources to properly prepare their taxes. By offering these helpful services, the library is supporting the community and providing accessible tools to ease the burden of tax filing.

The details

The library has physical copies of both Ohio and federal tax forms available for pickup, and can also print out additional forms as needed for free. They also provide federal tax instruction books to help guide residents through the filing process. For those looking to improve their financial literacy, the library offers access to Udemy digital courses on topics like tax strategy and business taxation. Additionally, the library promotes the United Way's VITA program, which provides free tax preparation services to families making less than $69,000 per year.

  • Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The VITA program's free tax preparation services have a deadline that has already passed for 2026, but will be available again in 2027.

The players

Shawnee Public Library

A local public library system serving the Shawnee, Ohio community.

United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

A free tax preparation service offered by the United Way for families making less than $69,000 per year.

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What’s next

Residents should visit their local Shawnee Public Library branch to take advantage of the available tax resources before the April 15th deadline. Those who qualify should also look into scheduling an appointment with the United Way's VITA program for the 2027 tax season.

The takeaway

The Shawnee Public Library is providing a valuable service to the community by offering free tax forms, instructional materials, online financial literacy courses, and access to the United Way's VITA program. These resources can help ease the stress and burden of tax season for local residents, especially those who may struggle with financial literacy or lack the means to properly prepare their taxes.