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AARP’s Tax-Aide program is seeking volunteers to help with free tax preparation for taxpayers who live in Kootenai and Shoshone counties.

There is no need to have prior tax preparation experience as training is provided and help is always available. Folks who are not good with computers or math, but willing to work with folks who need help are encouraged to volunteer.

Betsy Bethke, a multiyear volunteer, says “It is the most rewarding experience. We meet the nicest people and it’s a joy to give back to our community.”

Tax-Aide is sponsored by the Internal Revenue Service and the AARP Foundation. The program assists low to moderate income taxpayers with the preparation of their tax returns at no cost to them.

Last year for the first time, we had more than 100 volunteers help with the program. It would be nice to have that many again this year.

Training begins Jan. 4 at the Silver Lake Mall site. Volunteers train three days a week for two weeks and are asked to volunteer at sites a regular shift weekly. Many volunteers can’t stay away and work multiple shifts.

Volunteers can contact me at (208) 765-6589 or at [email protected]

I’m the tax man, and I need your help.

WARREN FISHER

Coeur d’Alene