Car Repair and Transportation Help for Low-Income Families
A broken car can mean a lost job. Learn where low-income families can look for car repair help, discounted transit, and rides to medical appointments.
Income and Family Support
Emergency Help
Emergency Shelter and Homeless Help: What to Do Right Now
If you’re homeless or about to lose your housing, here’s where to find emergency shelter tonight and how to get connected with longer-term housing help.
Health Coverage
Help With Medical Bills: Hospital Charity Care and Other Options
A big medical bill doesn’t have to ruin your finances. Learn about hospital financial assistance, payment plans, bill reviews, and other ways to lower what you owe.
Income and Family Support
Free Tax Help and the EITC: Claim the Money You’ve Earned
Many working families miss out on the Earned Income Tax Credit and pay for tax prep they don’t need. Learn about free tax help through VITA and how the EITC works.
Food Assistance
How to Apply for Food Stamps Online: A Step-by-Step Guide
Most states let you apply for SNAP food stamps online. Here’s how to find your state’s application, what information you’ll need, and what happens after you apply.
Housing Help
Section 8 Waiting List Open: How to Find Open Lists Near You
Section 8 waiting lists open only a few times a year, sometimes for just a few days. Here’s how to find open lists, apply quickly, and keep your spot.
Bills and Utilities
Utility Assistance Programs: Help With Electric, Gas, and Water Bills
Behind on your electric, gas, or water bill? Learn about LIHEAP, utility hardship programs, payment plans, and weatherization, and how to avoid a shutoff.
Bills and Utilities
Free or Low-Cost Internet: Options for Low-Income Families
Internet isn’t optional anymore. Here are the main ways low-income households can get free or cheaper internet at home, plus free options in your community.
Housing Help
Help Paying Rent for Single Mothers: Where to Turn
Raising kids on one income and struggling with rent? Here are real places single mothers can find rent help, from local emergency funds to long-term housing programs.
Bills and Utilities
Free Government Phone: Who Qualifies and How to Get One
Free or discounted phone service is available through the federal Lifeline program. Learn who qualifies, how to apply safely, and how to avoid scams.