There are numerous free options available for taxpayers to obtain tax products, tax preparation and assistance in filing their tax returns:
The IRS will begin accepting tax returns in January. The deadline to file this year is Monday, April 15, 2025. Individual and business taxpayers no longer receive paper income tax packages in the mail from the IRS. The IRS has taken this step because of the continued growth in electronic filing and the availability of free options to taxpayers, as well as to help reduce costs.
Contains a wealth of federal tax information and resources.
800-829-3676 request forms (1-800-TAX-FORM)
800-829-1040 tax information (individuals)
Federal forms and instructions. Also includes forms from previous years.
Forms may also be available at the local IRS office:
3251 N. Evergreen Drive NE
Grand Rapids MI 49525
Office information: 616-365-4700
Make appointment: 844-545-5640
Mon‐Fri 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC or EIC, is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you do not owe any tax or are not required to file. EITC reduces the amount of tax you owe and may give you a refund.
Unemployment benefits are taxable, so any unemployment compensation received during the year must be reported on federal tax return. If you received unemployment benefits in 2022, you will receive Form 1099-G Certain Government Payments. The statements are prepared by UIA and report how much individuals received in unemployment benefits and income tax withheld the past year. You can use MiWAM to view or download your 1099-G or change your delivery preference.
Información sobre impuestos en Español.
A limited number of forms are also available at local libraries and at the IRS office:
3251 N. Evergreen Dr. NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(800) 829-1040 for tax information
(800) 829-3676 to request forms
Do your federal taxes online with IRS Free File , opens a new window .
State tax forms. Also includes forms from previous years.
Contact Center: 517-636-4486
To request forms, select Option 2. Forms may not be requested through the Contact Center until mid-February.
Forms may also be available in mid-February at:
State Office Building, 2nd floor
350 Ottawa St. NW, Unit 17
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616-356-0300
City of Grand Rapids tax forms
Printed forms are not distributed to libraries. Please call or email the City of Grand Rapids Income Tax Department to request that a printed form be mailed to you:
(616) 456-3415
grincometax@grcity.us
A limited number of forms are also available at the Grand Rapids city offices:
300 Monroe NW, 3rd floor
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
City of Walker tax forms.
Printed forms are not distributed to libraries.
A limited number of forms may be available at the Walker city offices:
4243 Remembrance Rd. NW
Walker, MI 49534
Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
(616) 791-6880
incometax@walker.city
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, people who are age 60 or older and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. Schedule your free tax prep appointment by calling 211.
IRS Free File provides options for free brand-name tax software or online fillable forms plus free electronic filing. Everyone can use Free File to prepare a federal tax return. Taxpayers who make $72,000 or less can choose from several commercial software providers. There's no income limit for Free File Fillable Forms, the electronic version of IRS paper forms, which also has free e-filing.
The Kent County Tax Credit Coalition , opens a new window provides a directory of free tax preparation services and resources available to assist low- to moderate-income people and senior citizens.
Schedule your free tax prep appointment by calling 211.
Provides in person and virtual tax assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low-to-moderate income.