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Refunds for Working Families

Every year, Oklahomans leave millions of dollars on the table because they don’t claim their Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) when filing taxes. This year, don’t miss out on money that could change your life.

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“I’m very excited and very happy that I did take the [EITC] when I did, because we all need a little help every now and then. And I think this program is one of those things that can help the community get what it needs.”

Detra

What is the Earned Income Tax Credit?

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a federal tax credit for households like yours who generally earn $57,000 or less a year. The amount of your refund increases depending on your number of children and is often between $2,000-$6,000. Oklahomans collected an average credit of $2,577 in 2019.

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EITC Calculator

Max Credit Estimate

Estimate your own EITC amount using the calculator above.
Please note, these figures are averages and subject to change based on your tax return.
This calculator assumes all income is from earned wages and not from investments or other forms of income.
Source: Internal Revenue Service

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Where Do I Start?

It’s normal to have questions around filing your taxes. We have an approved list of tax professionals ready to help you file your taxes so you can get every penny you are owed.

There are Multiple Ways to File Your Taxes for Free

Learn more about the different services you can use to file you taxes for free. Whether you need help in understanding and filing your taxes or you just need access to Wi-Fi or a computer, we can help you find a location near you.

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Valet VITA (Scan & Go)

Valet VITA sites are set up to allow you to quickly scan your documents, answer a few questions and send the information to a volunteer VITA tax professional. They will prepare your taxes for you and request your approval before the taxes are filed. If they have any questions or you have missing documents, they will reach out using the contact information you provide in order to complete your taxes.

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In-Person VITA (By appointment)

In-Person VITA sites will usually require an appointment to meet with a volunteer VITA tax professional. They will work with you to complete your taxes and answer any questions you may have during the filing process. By the time you leave, your taxes should be ready to file.

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Self-Prep (Computer bank)

Self-Prep locations consist of either a computer bank or access to Wi-Fi to file you taxes on your own device. Most computer banks will require you to schedule an appointment for access to a computer where you will be able to visit getyourrefund.org to file your taxes.

COVID-19 Notice: In order to ensure the safety of volunteers and staff, some VITA and self-prep locations may require you to schedule an appointment. Please be sure to call the location where you plan to file your taxes prior to showing up to understand their COVID-19 safety protocols.

Find a Free Filing Site or Free Self-Prep Location

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites are currently open across Oklahoma City. These sites provide you with high-quality tax preparation, financial stability resources and connections to other community services, oftentimes at little or no cost. Whether you’re looking to self-file or just need internet access to view our online tools, there are convenient locations throughout Oklahoma City where you can use an internet-accessible computer, free of charge.

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Moore Public Library
225 S Howard Ave, Moore, OK 73160, USA

225 South Howard
Moore, OK 73160
Self-Prep Location

Wed 6:00p – 8:30p
Sat 10:00a – 2:00p

Languages: English

Norman Public Library
225 N Webster Ave, Norman, OK 73069, USA

OU College Of Law
225 N. Webster
Norman, OK 73069
Self-Prep Location

Mon 5:00p – 8:00p
Wed
6:00p – 8:00p
Thur 6:00p – 8:00p

Languages: English

Edmond Library
10 S Blvd, Edmond, OK 73034, USA

10 S Blvd
Edmond, OK 73034
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 7:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Northwest OKC Library
5600 NW 122nd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73142, USA

5600 NW 122nd St
Oklahoma City, OK 73142
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Warr Acres Library
5901 NW 63rd St, Warr Acres, OK 73132, USA

5901 NW 63rd St
Warr Acres, OK 73132
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

The Village Library
10307 N Pennsylvania Ave, The Village, OK 73120, USA

10307 N Pennsylvania Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Southern Oaks Library
6900 S Walker Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73139, USA

6900 S Walker Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73139
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Jones Library
9295 Willa Way, Jones, OK 73049, USA

9295 Willa Way
Jones, OK 73049
Self-Prep Location

Mon 9:00a – 8:00p
Tues 9:00a – 6:00p
Wed 9:00a – 5:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p

Belle Isle Library
5501 N Villa Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73112, USA

5501 N Villa Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thurs 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Wright Library
2101 Exchange Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108, USA

2101 Exchange Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Self-Prep Location

Tues-Thurs 9:30a – 5:30p
Fri 9:00a – 5:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p

Ralph Ellison Library
2000 NE 23rd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73111, USA

2000 NE 23rd St
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thurs 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Nicoma Park Library
2240 Overholser Dr, Nicoma Park, OK 73066, USA

2240 Overholser Dr
Nicoma Park, OK 73066
Self-Prep Location

Tues-Thurs 9:30a – 5:30p
Fri 9:00a – 5:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p

Luther Library
310 NE 3rd St, Luther, OK 73054, USA

310 NE 3rd St
Luther, OK 73054
Self-Prep Location

Mon 9:00a – 6:00p
Tues 9:00a – 8:00p
Wed 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p

Del City Library
4509 SE 15th St, Del City, OK 73115, USA

4509 SE 15th St
Del City, OK 73115
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Harrah Library
1930 Church Ave, Harrah, OK 73045, USA

1930 Church Ave
Harrah, OK 73045
Self-Prep Location

Mon 9:00a – 6:00p
Tues 9:00a – 8:00p
Wed 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p

Downtown Library
300 Park Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

300 Park Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Choctaw Library
2525 Muzzy St, Choctaw, OK 73020, USA

2525 Muzzy St
Choctaw, OK 73020
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Bethany Library
6700 NW 35th St, Bethany, OK 73008, USA

6700 NW 35th St
Bethany, OK 73008
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Almonte Library
2914 SW 59th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73119, USA

2914 SW 59th St
Oklahoma City, OK 73119
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 6:00p
Sat 9:00a – 5:00p
Sun 1:00p – 6:00p

Mustang Library
1201 N Mustang Rd, Mustang, OK 73064, USA

1201 N Mustang Rd
Mustang, OK 73064
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 8:00p
Fri 9:00a – 5:30p
Sat 10:00a – 5:30p

Mabel C Fry Library
1200 Lakeshore Dr, Yukon, OK 73099, USA

1200 Lakeshore Dr
Yukon, OK 73099
Self-Prep Location

Mon-Thur 9:00a – 9:00p
Fri 9:00a – 5:00p
Sat 10:00a – 5:00p

Free Online Filing Resources

If your 2020 adjusted gross income was $72,000 or less, you may find one or more free tax filing options at apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile.

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Get Your Refund by Code for America provides this free service by partnering with IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites to provide tax filing assistance to families earning less than $66,000 a year.

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Turbo Tax Free File is available to anyone with an income of $72,000 or less—if you qualify for Earned Income Tax Credit or are active military—or anyone with an income of $39,000 or less.

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