Free tax preparation
Trusted, IRS-certified volunteers help eligible individuals and families prepare accurate federal and state tax returns at no cost.
What to bring →
Tax NetworkFree tax help. Stronger financial futures.
A helping hand
today. A stronger
tomorrow.
Helping Hands Tax Network equips individuals and families with free tax preparation, practical financial knowledge, and tools to build lasting assets.
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Knowledge creates choices.
Choices build futures.Taxes are only the beginning.
We help families keep more, know more, and build more.
How we help
Support for today.
Skills for a lifetime.
Financial literacy
Practical workshops turn financial questions into everyday skills—from building a budget and managing credit to planning for the future.
Explore workshops →Building financial futures for youth
We support family access to youth savings opportunities that can create long-term financial security and lasting opportunity.
Learn more →Prepare with confidence
Free, accurate tax help from people who care.
Our VITA/TCE program provides no-cost tax return preparation for qualifying taxpayers. Volunteers complete IRS training and certification before serving the community.
Request an appointment →Your appointment checklist
- ✓Photo identification for each adult
- ✓Social Security cards or ITIN letters
- ✓W-2s, 1099s, and other income records
- ✓Childcare and education expense records
- ✓Last year’s tax return, if available
- ✓Bank details for direct deposit
Bring all tax documents that apply to your household. Additional information may be requested.
Tax services disclaimer: Services are provided by appointment only and depend on taxpayer eligibility, return complexity, available volunteers, site capacity, and the scope of the VITA/TCE program. An appointment does not guarantee that a return can be prepared or filed. Information on this website is general and is not a substitute for individualized tax or legal advice.
Financial literacy
Money makes more sense when someone shows you how.
Our learning sessions are practical, welcoming, and built for real life. Participants gain the confidence to make informed decisions—one clear step at a time.
Budgeting & savingUnderstanding creditTaxes & paychecksPlanning for goals
Ask about workshops →Building financial futures for youth
Starting early can create lasting opportunity.
Helping Hands Tax Network promotes access to existing and emerging youth savings opportunities. Our goal is to help families build long-term financial security and ensure that new Section 530A Accounts reach the families who can benefit from them most.
“When young people understand money, they can imagine more—and begin building toward it.”
Ask about youth programs →Give time. Create impact.
You don’t have to be a tax expert to make a difference.
Join a community of volunteers who welcome neighbors, prepare returns, organize site operations, and share financial knowledge. Training and support are provided.
I want to volunteer →Ways to serve
01 Tax preparer02 Greeter or intake support03 Financial literacy facilitator04 Community outreachGive today. Strengthen tomorrow.
Your support helps financial confidence grow.
Donations help Helping Hands Tax Network provide free tax preparation, train and support volunteers, cover food and tax-site expenses, expand financial literacy programs, and build stronger financial futures for youth.
Helping Hands Tax Network is a nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Request donation information →Your contribution supports
01Free community tax preparation
02Volunteer training and site operations
03Financial literacy education
04Youth savings opportunities
Take the next step
Let’s build financial confidence—together.
Connect with Helping Hands Tax Network for appointment-only tax assistance, upcoming workshops, youth programs, or volunteer opportunities.
Emailinfo@hhtnetwork.orgPhone708-730-0140
Location1463 Ring Road
Calumet City, IL 60409
Calumet City, IL 60409
AvailabilityAppointment only
Privacy policy
Your privacy matters.
Helping Hands Tax Network only receives personal information that you voluntarily provide when contacting us, requesting an appointment, registering for a program, volunteering, or making a donation. We use that information to respond to inquiries, coordinate services, administer programs, and maintain appropriate organizational records.
We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may be shared with authorized service providers only when needed to deliver requested services or comply with legal requirements. Third-party scheduling and donation services may have their own privacy policies.
For your protection, do not send Social Security numbers, tax documents, banking information, or other sensitive records through ordinary email or an unsecured website form. Secure document instructions will be provided when appropriate.
Questions about this policy may be sent to privacy@hhtnetwork.org or directed to 708-730-0140.
Effective August 2026