The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a public health insurance program that helps many families cover medical and dental care for their children at low cost or no cost. It is run by each state, following federal rules, so specifics vary by state, but the basic idea is the same almost everywhere.

Finding and paying for safe, reliable childcare can be one of the biggest challenges for families. Many people do not realize there are childcare assistance programs that may help cover part of the cost, especially for working parents, students, or families with lower incomes.

An EBT card (Electronic Benefit Transfer card) is a plastic card that works like a debit card to access certain public benefits, most often SNAP food benefits and sometimes cash assistance. This guide explains how EBT cards usually work, who might qualify, how to apply through official channels, how to use your card, and how to avoid common problems and scams.

Free and reduced-price school lunch programs can make a big difference in a family’s monthly budget. This guide explains what these programs are, who usually qualifies, and how to take the next steps through official school or government channels.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a government-funded program that helps many households with heating and cooling costs, especially during extreme weather. This guide explains how LIHEAP typically works, who often qualifies, what to gather before you apply, and how to move forward through official agencies and portals.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( SNAP, sometimes called “food stamps”) helps many households buy groceries each month. If you rely on SNAP or think you may need it soon, it’s natural to wonder about SNAP benefit changes for 2026 and how they might affect your food budget.

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is a major cash assistance program in the United States for low‑income families with children. It can be an important short-term safety net when you are facing a financial crisis or trying to get back on your feet.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often called food stamps, is one of the main ways many households in the United States get help buying groceries. If money is tight, learning how SNAP works and what benefits it can offer can make a real difference in your monthly budget.

Government assistance programs can feel confusing, especially if you are in a crisis and need help quickly. This guide explains the main types of government assistance programs, what they usually cover, and how people typically move forward through official channels.

The WIC program (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) is a public nutrition program that helps many low‑income families buy healthy foods and get support during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood.