Skip to content
United Way of Greater St Louis 211 home page

Tax Preparation Assistance | Wood River Public Library

326 East Ferguson Avenue, Wood River, IL 62095

Eligibility

Individuals with annual income less than $69,000

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

Thu - 9:00am-12:00pm(Noon) February 5 - April 9, 2026
618-259-7618
Voice·

Volunteer Tax Line

618-254-4836
Fax·

Fax

618-254-4832
Voice·

Main

Languages

English

Application process

Call (618) 254-4832 To Schedule An Appointment

Fees

No Fees

Service area

Madison County in Illinois
A reference library, providing timely, accurate, and useful information for community residents. Also, provide materials and services to stimulate children’s interests and appreciation for reading and learning at all ages. Services include Tax Preparation Assistance, Extreme Heat Cooling Centers, Extreme Cold Warming Centers, Libraries, and Home Library Services.

Last assured

08/04/2025

Providing organization

WOOD RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
A reference library, providing timely, accurate, and useful information for community residents. Also, provide materials and services to stimulate children’s interests and appreciation for reading and learning at all ages. Services include Tax Preparation Assistance, Extreme Heat Cooling Centers, Extreme Cold Warming Centers, Libraries, and Home Library Services.