Every state and federal benefit program available to New York residents — eligibility, average benefits, and how to apply. Free, independent, and privacy-first.
New York Medicaid — New York's Medicaid health coverage (Medicaid expansion state).
New York WIC (Women, Infants & Children) — New York WIC — free healthy food, formula, breastfeeding support, and nutrition counseling for pregnant women, new moms, and kids under 5.
New York TANF (Cash Assistance) — Monthly cash assistance for low-income families with children in New York. Helps with rent, utilities, and basic needs.
New York Child Care Subsidy — Pay for daycare, preschool, or after-school care in New York. Federal + state subsidy for working/training parents.
New York Earned Income Tax Credit — New York State EITC — 30% of federal + NYC EITC. Get this refund on top of your federal EITC when you file your New York state taxes.
Federal programs available in New York
SNAP (Food Stamps) — Monthly food benefits for low-income households to buy groceries.
Medicaid — Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible adults, children, pregnant women, elderly, and people with disabilities.
Unemployment Insurance — Weekly payments to workers who lost their job through no fault of their own.
WIC - Women, Infants & Children — Nutrition, food, and healthcare referrals for pregnant/postpartum women and children under 5.