Free Tax Help!

Employees from the Department of Revenue and volunteers from free tax assistance groups will be at the UCC Library, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, February 28 to guide you through electronically filing your federal and state income taxes for free using the new IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon options.

Computers & WiFi

The UCC Library offers the use of public computers and WiFi internet connections. Demand for computers will be high, so you are encouraged to bring your own if you have one.

Mobile Phones & Tablets

Both IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon are mobile friendly, so you can complete your return on your phone or tablet, as well.

Further Information

For more information on this program, please click here.

Here are some helpful tips to make your experience as productive and enjoyable as possible: 

Tip 1: Use the IRS’s eligibility checker prior to coming to the library. https://directfile.irs.gov/ 

You will not be eligible if you have any income from these sources:  

• Foreign income,  

• Dividends or Capital Gains,  

• Retirement (retirement income not from an IRA will be eligible starting in March),  

• Self-Employment and Gig economy (Uber Eats, Door Dash),  

• Rental Income,  

• Gambling or Lottery. 

Tip 2: Create an ID.me account if you do not have one for IRS. https://directfile.irs.gov/ (Before you begin, take a clear photo of your ID and save to your photo library.)  Watch this 5 Easy Steps to Register an ID.me Account with IRS video to learn how.  

• You must be at least 18 years old to create an ID.me account.  

• Address and phone number are editable but not the email address. 

Tip 3: Create a Revenue Online account if you do not have one for Department of Revenue. https://www.oregon.gov/dor/programs/individuals/Pages/direct_file_OR.aspx Watch this How to Set Up and Log In to Your Revenue Online Account for Individuals video to learn how. 

Tip 4: You will need access to your smartphone (text message) or email for verification purposes for both ID.me and Revenue Online.  

Tip 5: Bring all eligible documents.  

• Forms W-2 (wages from a job) 

• Forms 1099-G, 1099-INT (other income) 

• Form 1099-R (retirement income other than IRAs) will be supported later in March. 

• Form SSA-1099 (Social Security benefits) 

• Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends 

• Social security card or individual tax identification number for everyone on your tax return 

• Government picture ID for taxpayer and spouse if filing jointly (driver's license or passport) 

• Canceled check or bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit. 

• Last year's tax return 

Tip 6: Live support is available from IRS staff, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time inside IRS Direct File. If you have Oregon specific questions, please contact 503-378-4988 or 800-356-4222, or email: questions.dor@dor.oregon.gov 

Spooky Movies at School!

Come and relax in the in the UCC Library's Innovation Room while watching a spooky movie or two via the library's streaming service, Kanopy!

Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024

Time: 12:00-5:00pm

Spooky Movies Everywhere!

This is a drop-in event, spend a few minutes or a few hours!

Can't stay for the whole movie and want to watch it on your own? Check out how you can do that here.

Fright Fest: Horror Films for Halloween

Kanopy

Did you know that with Kanopy you can stream spooky movies any time of year to your phone, tablet, computer, or smart tv? All you need is an internet connection and your UCC Library card number! Go to Kanopy - Digital Media & eBooks to learn more*.

*Are you a faculty member? These can even be shown in your classroom!