WorkSource Oregon Offers Free Tax Filing Assistance in Bend

Volunteers from the Oregon Department of Revenue will be on-site to help taxpayers file their returns electronically.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically at six different WorkSource Oregon locations across the state in February and March. The Bend event is planned for March 25, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the WorkSource Oregon - Bend location.

Why it matters

This partnership between WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue aims to make the tax filing process easier and more accessible for Oregonians, helping them claim any credits or refunds they are eligible for and keep more of their hard-earned money.

The details

Volunteers from the Oregon Department of Revenue will be stationed at the local WorkSource Oregon center to guide taxpayers through the filing process using the free public-access computers and Wi-Fi internet service. Taxpayers are encouraged to set up a Revenue Online account and bring their tax information with them.

  • The Bend event is planned for March 25, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The players

WorkSource Oregon

A statewide partnership with the Oregon Employment Department and state, local, and nonprofit agencies that provides a variety of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Oregon.

Oregon Department of Revenue

The state agency responsible for administering Oregon's tax laws and helping taxpayers file their returns.

Andrew R. Stolfi

Director of the Oregon Employment Department, which is a partner of WorkSource Oregon.

David Gerstenfeld

Director of the Oregon Department of Revenue.

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What they’re saying

“WorkSource Oregon centers are trusted community spaces where Oregonians come to find jobs, build skills, and get connected to services. Partnering with the Department of Revenue to offer free tax filing assistance is a natural extension of our customer-service mission. We are thrilled to help Oregonians get support in filing their taxes, claiming the credits they've earned, and keeping more money in their pockets.”

— Andrew R. Stolfi, Director, Oregon Employment Department (mycentraloregon.com)

“We know that filing your taxes can be a scary and confusing process. We are excited to partner with WorkSource Oregon to provide in person help to make it easier for Oregonians to file their taxes for free, check if they are eligible for refundable tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit or Oregon Kids Credit, and claim their share of the kicker.”

— David Gerstenfeld, Director, Oregon Department of Revenue (mycentraloregon.com)

What’s next

Taxpayers are encouraged to set up a Revenue Online account through the Department of Revenue's website before coming to the event if they plan to use Direct File Oregon.

The takeaway

This free tax filing assistance program at WorkSource Oregon centers across the state aims to make the tax preparation process more accessible and help Oregonians claim any credits or refunds they are eligible for, putting more money back in their pockets.