AARP’s Tax-Aide program is looking for volunteers for tax preparation in New London and Andover. Presently, we have 12 volunteers. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. You don’t need to be an AARP member or be a retiree to volunteer.

“The AARP Tax-Aide program is a wonderful resource for the American taxpayer,” said Ron Koron, local coordinator. “AARP Tax-Aide volunteers get a great deal of satisfaction from helping people deal with the challenges of preparing their tax forms. If you want to help others with their tax returns, this is the program for you.”

We need individuals who have some basic income tax preparation experience together with good computer skills. AARP Tax-Aide tax volunteers receive comprehensive training in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service. After training and passing a written test, you will become certified to prepare tax returns. If you are interested, call Ron Koron at 526-8018.

As in prior years, AARP and the IRS are offering free income tax preparation, with free e-filing, for middle and low income taxpayers and the elderly. AARP Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation service.

IRS-trained Tax-Aide volunteers will be available at Lake Sunapee Bank in New London and in Andover beginning February 2 through April 14. Call for an appointment after January 15. For an appointment in New London, call 526-2535. For an appointment in Andover, call 735-5923.