Food Assistance
4 programs available
SNAP (Food Stamps)
Priority
Monthly funds loaded onto an EBT card to buy groceries at most stores.
Who Qualifies
Households with income up to 130% of federal poverty level.
How to Apply
Apply at your local SNAP office or online at benefits.gov.
WIC
Priority
Food, nutrition education, and healthcare referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, and children under 5.
Who Qualifies
Pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding women; infants and children up to age 5.
How to Apply
Contact your state or local WIC agency.
School Lunch & Breakfast Programs
Available
Free or reduced-price meals for children at school.
Who Qualifies
Children in households with income at or below 185% of poverty level.
How to Apply
Apply through your child's school at the start of the year.
Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Available
Monthly food boxes for low-income adults aged 60+.
Who Qualifies
Adults 60+ with income at or below 130% of poverty level.
How to Apply
Contact your local food bank or community action agency.
Housing Assistance
2 programs available
Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher
Priority
Rental assistance that lets you choose your own housing in the private market.
Who Qualifies
Very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals.
How to Apply
Apply through your local Public Housing Authority (PHA).
Public Housing
Priority
Affordable apartments and houses managed by local housing authorities.
Who Qualifies
Low-income families, elderly, and people with disabilities.
How to Apply
Apply at your local Public Housing Authority.
Healthcare Assistance
4 programs available
Medicaid
Priority
Free or low-cost health insurance covering doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, and more.
Who Qualifies
Low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly, and people with disabilities.
How to Apply
Apply on HealthCare.gov or your state Medicaid website.
CHIP (Children's Health Insurance)
Priority
Low-cost health coverage for children whose families earn too much for Medicaid.
Who Qualifies
Children up to age 19 in families with moderate incomes.
How to Apply
Apply through your state CHIP program.
Community Health Centers
Available
Affordable primary care regardless of ability to pay or insurance status.
Who Qualifies
Everyone — fees are on a sliding scale based on income.
How to Apply
Find your nearest clinic at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.
Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
Available
Medical care, medications, and support services for people living with HIV.
Who Qualifies
People with HIV who have no insurance or insufficient coverage.
How to Apply
Find your local provider through HRSA.
Income & Jobs Assistance
4 programs available
EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit)
Priority
A tax refund worth up to $7,430 for working people with low to moderate income.
Who Qualifies
Workers with earned income; amounts vary by income and family size.
How to Apply
File a federal tax return and claim the credit — free filing at IRS Free File.
Unemployment Insurance
Priority
Weekly payments if you lost your job through no fault of your own.
Who Qualifies
Workers who were recently employed and meet state requirements.
How to Apply
File a claim with your state unemployment office as soon as possible.
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Priority
Monthly cash payments for elderly or disabled people with very little income.
Who Qualifies
Adults 65+, blind, or disabled with very limited income and resources.
How to Apply
Apply online at ssa.gov or visit your local Social Security office.
TANF (Cash Assistance)
Available
Temporary cash assistance and job training for families with children.
Who Qualifies
Low-income families with children; eligibility and benefits vary by state.
How to Apply
Apply at your local TANF or social services office.
Education Assistance
4 programs available
Pell Grant
Priority
Free money for college (up to $7,395/year) that you don't have to pay back.
Who Qualifies
Undergraduate students with financial need.
How to Apply
Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov.
Head Start / Early Head Start
Priority
Free early education, health, and family support for children birth to age 5.
Who Qualifies
Children from birth to 5 in low-income families.
How to Apply
Find your local program at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov.
Child Care Subsidies (CCDF)
Available
Help paying for childcare so you can work or attend school.
Who Qualifies
Low-income working families with children under 13.
How to Apply
Apply through your state child care agency.
Adult Education & Literacy
Available
Free GED prep, English language learning, and job skills training.
Who Qualifies
Adults 16+ who are not enrolled in school.
How to Apply
Find local classes through your state adult education office.
Utilities & Phone Assistance
3 programs available
Lifeline Phone Program
Available
Monthly discount of $9.25 on phone or internet service.
Who Qualifies
Households on Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or below 135% poverty level.
How to Apply
Apply through a participating carrier at lifelinesupport.org.
LIHEAP (Home Energy Assistance)
Priority
Assistance with heating and cooling bills and energy crisis situations.
Who Qualifies
Low-income households; income limits vary by state.
How to Apply
Apply through your state LIHEAP office.
WAP (Weatherization Assistance)
Available
Free home improvements (insulation, weather-stripping) to lower energy bills.
Who Qualifies
Low-income households; priority given to elderly, disabled, and families with children.
How to Apply
Apply through your local weatherization agency.
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