Financial Assistance

Federal and State Resources

There are many federal and state agencies and programs that can provide various levels of financial assistance with basic living expenses. The usa.gov website is a great place to start — visit the Government Benefits page to see what resources are available and what you may qualify for. If you need immediate help getting on your feet, the State Government search tool can help you find social services within your state. The benefits.gov website is also a good resource — you can use the Benefit Finder questionnaire to locate and apply for benefits.

In the event you’ve lost your job, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits or assistance programs. Visit the usa.gov/unemployment web page to learn about unemployment benefits, insurance, job training, temporary assistance and other resources.