Tax Help Available for Older Adults in South Dakota Starting February 2

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing free in-person and virtual tax assistance and preparation from February 2 through April 10.

Tax-Aide is offered in conjunction with the IRS, and AARP membership is not required.

“AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has provided free tax assistance to millions of low-income Americans for well over 50 years,” said Erik Gaikowski, AARP South Dakota State Director. “Even modest refunds are a lifeline for older adults, many of whom live on a fixed income, and it’s crucial they do not miss out on the credits and deductions they have earned and need.”

Tax-Aide volunteers provide free tax preparation and filing services to all with a focus on adults with low to moderate income. Volunteers are trained and IRS-certified every year to ensure they understand the latest changes to the U.S. Tax Code.

Tax preparation help in South Dakota is in person and completed by an IRS-certified Tax-Aide volunteer on-site. Please note there are exceptions for types of returns that cannot be processed with a Tax-Aide volunteer. Bring ALL tax documents to your appointment, including completed forms, Social Security Card(s) and Photo ID. In the event of the death of a spouse in 2025, please bring a copy of the death certificate. 

South Dakota Tax-Aide Locations

ABERDEEN
Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center | 225 3rd Avenue SE
Tuesday and Thursdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Call 605-622-0750.
Call for an appointment when you have ALL 2025 tax documents. If you need to reschedule your appointment, call the same number.

BROOKINGS
Brookings Public Library | 515 3^rd Street
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Call 605-627-1793.
Call for an appointment when you have ALL 2025 tax documents. If you need to reschedule your appointment, call the same number.

CUSTER
Custer County Library | 447 Crook Street, Suite 4
Mondays 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Call  605-574-1730.
Call for an appointment when you have ALL 2025 tax documents. If you need to reschedule your appointment, call the same number.

PIERRE
Pierre Senior Center | 401 W. Pleasant Drive
Monday-Wednesday 1:00-4:30 p.m.
Call 605-224-7730.
Call for an appointment when you have ALL 2025 tax documents. If you need to reschedule your appointment, call the same number.

RAPID CITY
AARP SD Information Center | Uptown Rapid (Rushmore Mall), 2200 N. Maple Ave.
Fridays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Call 605-574-1730.
Call for an appointment when you have ALL 2025 tax documents. If you need to reschedule your appointment, call the same number.

SIOUX FALLS
Active Generations | 2300 W 46th Street, Room 202
Monday-Thursday 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Call the Helpline Center at 211 starting on January 19 after 8 a.m. (then Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) to schedule an appointment.

Users can find additional information about the sites on the AARP Tax-Aide site locator.