Explore information on assistance programs, housing, health, education and more.
SNAP / Food Assistance
SNAP helps eligible households purchase food. Benefits and application procedures vary by state.
Section 8 Housing
Housing Choice Vouchers help eligible households afford private rental housing. Local public housing agencies manage applications and waiting lists.
Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae supports the mortgage market and offers resources for homebuyers and homeowners; it does not directly issue most home loans.
Unemployment
State unemployment insurance may provide temporary income to eligible workers who lose employment. Rules and filing procedures differ by state.
Medicaid
Medicaid provides health coverage to eligible people, including some adults, children, pregnant people and people with disabilities. Eligibility differs by state.
Medicare
Medicare is federal health insurance primarily for people age 65 or older and certain younger people with disabilities or qualifying conditions.
VA Home Loans
The VA home loan benefit can help eligible service members, veterans and surviving spouses obtain a mortgage through participating lenders.
Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit may reduce federal income tax for eligible taxpayers with qualifying children. Eligibility and amounts depend on the tax year.
Rent-to-Own
A rent-to-own agreement combines a lease with a possible future purchase. Review the price, fees, deadlines and terms carefully before signing.
TRICARE
TRICARE offers health coverage to eligible service members, retirees and their families, with different plans and enrollment requirements.
CHIP
The Children’s Health Insurance Program provides low-cost health coverage for eligible children in families whose incomes are too high for Medicaid.
SSI
Supplemental Security Income provides monthly payments to eligible people with limited income and resources who are older or have a qualifying disability or blindness.
SSDI
Social Security Disability Insurance pays benefits to eligible workers with qualifying disabilities and sufficient work history, and sometimes their family members.
TANF
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families supports eligible families with children through state-administered programs. Benefits and requirements vary.
Student Debt Relief
Federal student loan borrowers may have repayment, forgiveness or discharge options depending on their loans and circumstances.
FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is used to determine eligibility for federal student aid and may also be used by states and schools.
GI Bill
VA education benefits can help eligible service members, veterans and family members pay for education or training.
LIHEAP
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps eligible households with energy costs through local and state administrators.
WIC
WIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants and young children with nutrition support and referrals.
FHA Loans
FHA insurance helps approved lenders offer mortgages to qualifying borrowers. Borrowers apply through an FHA-approved lender.
Grants
Government grants have specific purposes and eligibility rules. Check the issuing agency and be cautious of claims that a grant is guaranteed.
Tax Returns
A tax return reports income and other information to tax authorities. Filing requirements, credits and deadlines depend on individual circumstances.