With the passage of H.R. 1 on July 4, 2025, we know many people have questions about what benefits will change, how will they change, and when those changes will take effect.During times like this, clear and accurate information is essential to help prevent unnecessary worry or confusion.Please know the details are still unfolding, and we [...]

New Yorkers can access free air conditioners in two ways:HEAP Cooling ProgramEssential Plan Cooling ProgramIn addition, New York City runs cooling centers where individuals can visit certain locations that are air conditioned and provide a respite from the heat!HEAP Cooling ProgramThe HEAP Cooling program is available for low-income households to help with the purchase and installation [...]

Summer EBT is a federally funded program that provides a one-time benefit of $120 to purchase food for each eligible child in a household. A household will receive a Common Benefits Identification (CBIC) card for each eligible child with the benefit encoded. Households will have 122 days from the date of issuance to spend the $120 benefit.NYS Office [...]

As of May 5, 2025, the NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) has paused the issuance of child care vouchers to newly applying families who are not receiving Cash Assistance. This change is the result of reduced funding from New York State compared to previous levels. ACS will maintain a waiting list until additional funding becomes [...]