Free Tax Assistance for Low to Moderate Incomes

The AARP Foundation is again providing free tax assistance and
preparation for taxpayers with low to moderate income through the AARP Tax-Aide
program. AARP Tax-Aide, in its 43rd year, is the nation's largest free tax
assistance and preparation service, giving special attention to people over age 60,
and will provide assistance through April 15. You do not need to be a member of
AARP or a retiree to use this service.

"Since 1968, AARP Tax-Aide volunteers have enthusiastically provided this service in
their communities," said Anita K. Parran, AARP Missouri associate state director for
Public Affairs. "This free, quality and confidential program also provides
year-round service and in some instances, volunteers can make visits in nursing
homes and other locations if taxpayers are physically unable to make a site visit."

Annually, an army of more than 33,000 volunteers, trained in cooperation with the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS), helps millions of taxpayers with the preparation of
their income tax returns at nearly 7,000 sites across the country. The Tax-Aide
program is offered at approximately 190 sites in Missouri including senior centers,
libraries and other convenient locations.

"I really enjoy volunteering for AARP Tax-Aide, particularly during these tough
economic times," said Lynn Boulware, AARP Tax-Aide state coordinator. "Tax law can
often be confusing, but AARP Tax-Aide volunteers can make the process of filling out
tax returns a whole lot easier."

Call toll-free 1-888-AARPNOW (1-888-227-7669) or visit www.aarp.org/taxaide to
locate an AARP Tax-Aide site near you.

AARP Tax-Aide is a program of the AARP Foundation, offered in conjunction with the
IRS.