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Volunteer opportunities with AARP Tax-Aide for the upcoming tax season
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Sep 9, 2010 - 12:27 PM

Volunteer for the nation’s largest FREE tax preparation and assistance service. In preparation for the next tax season the Norwalk Public Library, as one of the larger filing centers of this volunteer service along with many other libraries, has been asked to share this AARP Tax-Aide request. AARP Tax-Aide is a program of the AARP Foundation, offered in conjunction with the IRS.

The District Director of the AARP Tax Aide volunteers working at the Norwalk Public Library locations this past tax season said they “prepared and filed a total of over 1550 returns, more than 90% of which were done electronically; most of the remainder were prior year or amended returns which have to be paper filed.” “The Norwalk Public Library - Main Library on Belden Avenue by itself was, by far, the largest filing center in the state of Connecticut. Needless to say you have made possible a valued service for the local community.”

There are many kinds of volunteer opportunities – from Tax-Aide Counselors to Greeters as well as Communications and Technology Coordinators.
One opportunity might be right for you!

Like working with numbers?
AARP Tax-Aide volunteer Counselors interact with clients by preparing tax returns on a one to one basis. Even if you don’t have accounting or tax preparation experience, becoming a Counselor may be right for you. AARP provides training in tax law procedures, the preparation of tax forms, and the use of tax preparation software.

Like working with people better than working with numbers?
An AARP Tax-Aide Greeter is the first person clients meet when they enter a tax counseling facility. Greeters make sure the taxpayer has all the necessary paperwork before meeting with a volunteer Counselor, and they manage the flow of clients being served.

Have a knack for computers and technology?
Technology Coordinators manage computer equipment, work to ensure taxpayer data security, and provide technical assistance to volunteers at multiple sites on technology issues.

Good at managing people and programs?
Leadership Positions manage volunteers, synchronize plans with other volunteer leaders, and assure smooth program operation.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Visit www.aarp.org/taxaide.

The Norwalk Public Library, 1 Belden Avenue, Norwalk, Ct. Corner of Belden Avenue and Mott Avenue. Information call 899-2780 ext 109.

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