Benefit finder
Find potential benefits in just a few minutes.
Answer a few questions and get a personalized list with potential benefits. Learn about each benefit’s eligibility and where to apply.
These benefits could help you pay for food, housing, utilities, health insurance, and other necessities.
Note: The benefit finder is not an application. Your personal information will not be shared or saved.
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Find government benefits and financial help
Use the benefit finder tool or search by category to learn which benefits you and your family may be eligible for and how to apply.
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Food assistance
Get nutritious food through SNAP (food stamps), D-SNAP, and WIC for women, infants, and children.
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Housing help
Learn about rental and buyer assistance programs. Find emergency housing and avoid eviction.
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Help with utility bills
Learn about government programs to help pay for phone, internet, and energy bills.
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Welfare benefits or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Find out how TANF, also known as welfare, can help your family through financial challenges.
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Health insurance
Get information on Medicaid, Medicare, the ACA health insurance marketplace, and COBRA.
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Social Security
Learn about Social Security cards, benefits, and more.
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State social service agencies
Contact your state social service agency for information about state benefit programs and more.
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Government death benefits
Find government survivor benefits for housing, education, COVID-19, military, and more.
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Government checks and payments
Report missing government checks. Trace unexpected payments. Make a payment to the government.
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Where to report incorrect benefit payments
Get contact information for reporting missing or incorrect federal benefit payments.
