2026 Free Tax Filing Locations

Below are free, in-person locations to file your 2025 Income Taxes in Stanislaus County

1. VITA / TCE Site - United Way of Stanislaus County

The United Way of Stanislaus County Free Tax Prep Program offers free tax preparation and electronic filing services to low- and moderate-income taxpayers.

Address: 422 McHenry Avenue, Modesto, CA 95354

Application: Use the link below or call 209-523-4562 to make an appointment.

Link: go.oncehub.com/UWayStan

Eligibility: The program primarily serves individuals and families with low to moderate incomes. Typically, this means an annual income of around $100,000 or less. The program is intended for residents of Stanislaus County, though there may be flexibility depending on individual circumstances.

Languages: English and Spanish.

2. CSU Stanislaus VITA (February 12 - April 4)

Stan State VITA Program offers free tax services to those who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.

Address: 1 University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382 - located in MSR130, MSR 130b, and MSR 130c.

Application: no appointment required

Service Available: Thursdays 1pm - 5pm and Saturdays 10am - 4pm.

Free Parking: Lot 11 on Thursdays; Lot 2 on Saturdays.

Eligibility: Residents of Stanislaus County, people with disabilities, people with limited proficiency in English, and people who generally make $60,000 or less per year.

Languages: English and Spanish.

3. AARP Tax Aide

From:  AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS (AARP)

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to those who qualify, free of charge, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income.

Application: Visit the website to locate a tax preparation location. Some sites require an appointment, visit website for details.

Link: AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Service

Phone:  888-687-2277

Eligibility: Must be low-to moderate-income households (priority for individuals aged 50 and older).

Languages: Interpreter services available

Hours: Visit website for hours of individual tax preparation sites.

4. CVCR - Central Valley Community Resources (January 26 - December 30)

Address: Call 209-896-3055 to schedule an appointment and find a location near you.

Application: Appointment required

Languages: English, Farsi, Spanish, Other