WorkSource Oregon, Department of Revenue team up for free tax help events; one set for next month in Bend

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically at six different WorkSource Oregon locations across the state in February and March, including a Bend event on Wednesday, March 21. 

WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue are teaming up to provide the assistance. Volunteers from Revenue will be stationed at local WorkSource Oregon centers to help guide taxpayers through the filing process using the free public-access computers and Wi-Fi internet service, according to a news release Friday that continues in full below: 

“WorkSource Oregon centers are trusted community spaces where Oregonians come to find jobs, build skills, and get connected to services,” said Andrew R. Stolfi, director of the Oregon Employment Department, which is a partner of WorkSource Oregon. 

“Partnering with the Department of Revenue to offer free tax filing assistance is a natural extension of our customer-service mission. We are thrilled to help Oregonians get support in filing their taxes, claiming the credits they’ve earned, and keeping more money in their pockets.” 

David Gerstenfeld, Department of Revenue director, said, “We know that filing your taxes can be a scary and confusing process. We are excited to partner with WorkSource Oregon to provide in person help to make it easier for Oregonians to file their taxes for free, check if they are eligible for refundable tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit or Oregon Kids Credit, and claim their share of the kicker.” 

WorkSource Oregon is a statewide partnership with the Oregon Employment Department and state, local and non-profit agencies. WorkSource provides a variety of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Oregon, helping people find jobs and businesses find talent.  

Taxpayers are encouraged to set up a Revenue Online account through the Department of Revenue’s website before coming to an event if they plan to use Direct File Oregon. They should bring tax information with them, including:  

• Social security number or ITIN for everyone on their tax return  

• Forms W-2 (wages from a job)  

• Forms 1099-G, 1099-R, 1099-INT (other income) if applicable  

• Form SSA-1099 (Social Security Benefits)  

• Bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit (can be found on their checks) 

• Last year’s tax return 

The full schedule includes events at the following locations.