When an unexpected crisis hits, finding real hardship grants can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But there are real, trusted programs that can help you cover your most important bills. Whether you’re behind on your mortgage or rent, facing high utility costs, or struggling with medical expenses, there are legitimate ways to get the help you need.
Unfortunately, you’ve probably also seen scammy ads and posts promising “free government money.” The truth is, real hardship grants work very differently, and knowing the difference can save you time, stress, and even protect you from harm.
For more than a decade, we’ve researched and verified financial assistance programs for low-income households across the United States. In this updated guide, we’ll show you where to find genuine programs that help with housing, utilities, medical bills, and other essential needs — complete with application links, clear eligibility details, and practical tips to avoid fraud.
Our goal is simple: to help you find safe, reliable financial relief when you need it most.
Disclaimer: Each program sets its own terms, eligibility rules, and application process, so it’s important to carefully review the details for any program you wish to use. Please remember that Low Income Relief is not involved in any approval decisions. We are an independent information service — we do not award grants, provide funding, or make donations. This guide is for informational purposes only.
About Hardship Grants
Before we dive into the specific details, it’s important to understand the basics of how hardship grants work — and how they’re different from other forms of financial aid.
What is a Hardship Grant?
A hardship grant is financial assistance given to individuals or families during times of crisis — usually for a specific purpose like housing, utilities, food, transportation, or medical expenses.
Unlike loans, you don’t have to pay them back. However, they usually have specific eligibility requirements and are awarded for certain needs, such as:
- Rent or mortgage payments
- Utility bills (electricity, gas, water, internet)
- Medical expenses (treatment, prescriptions, travel)
- Food and basic living expenses
- Job-related or transportation costs
Most hardship grants are funded by nonprofits, industry-specific organizations, unions, religious groups, or government programs. These organizations typically award grants based on specific criteria, like a medical diagnosis or a history of working in certain jobs.
How to Spot and Avoid Hardship Grant Scams
Scammers often prey on people in financial distress, so it’s important to know how to protect yourself. Always remember that the federal government does not give individuals direct “hardship grants” with no strings attached — most assistance comes through targeted aid programs.
- Beware of “Free Government Money” promises. If someone claims you’re “guaranteed” a grant without applying, it’s likely a scam. Real programs require an application and documentation.
- Never pay upfront fees. Legitimate grants do not charge “processing” or “application” fees. If you have to send money first, it’s a red flag.
- Guard your personal and banking information. Never share your bank account, Social Security number, or driver’s license unless you’ve confirmed the organization’s legitimacy.
- Verify the organization first. Search for the program on official government (.gov) or nonprofit (.org) websites. Look for independent reviews or mentions from trusted news outlets. Call the organization using a number you find yourself. Do not use one that is given in an email, social media post, or even an official-looking letter.
- Watch for Caller ID spoofing. Scammers can make their calls look like they’re from a local number or even a real agency. Always verify before acting.
- Report suspected scams. You can file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-382-4357.
Why Real Hardship Grants are Hard to Find
If you’ve been searching for help and keep running into dead ends, please know it’s not your fault. Real hardship grants do exist, but they’re often hidden in a maze of different agencies, eligibility rules, and short application windows.
It can feel discouraging, especially when scam offers are so easy to find and real help seems buried. But there are trustworthy programs out there — and with the right information, you can focus your energy on applying to legitimate opportunities that truly have the potential to make a difference in your life.
So let’s dive into our vetted list of hardship grant programs you can trust.
Start with These Government Benefits
Most hardship grants are designed to meet short-term needs — sometimes for just a single emergency, and in many cases, they can only be awarded once in your lifetime. That makes them incredibly valuable, but also limited.
By contrast, major government benefit programs like SNAP, Medicaid, and LIHEAP can provide ongoing or recurring support for essentials such as food, health care, and utilities. These programs allow you to continue receiving help as long as you meet the eligibility requirements.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): This program provides monthly funds on an EBT card to help you buy groceries. In many states, SNAP recipients can also access extra EBT perks such as free or discounted museum admission, reduced-price Amazon Prime memberships, and more.
- Medicaid: Medicaid offers free or low-cost health coverage to eligible low-income individuals and families. The program pays benefits directly to your health care providers and can cover doctor visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, and other essential medical services.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): TANF provides monthly cash assistance to eligible families with dependent children. These funds can be used for basic needs like housing, utilities, food, and clothing, and may also include work and training support.
- Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC): WIC supplies healthy food, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support to pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children. Benefits are provided in the form of vouchers or electronic cards that can be used for specific nutritious foods.
- Federal Pell Grants: Pell Grants are awarded to students with financial need who are pursuing a college degree or other qualifying education at an accredited institution. Unlike loans, they do not have to be repaid.
- Social Security Programs: The Social Security Administration offers monthly payments through Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and retirement benefits. Eligibility depends on factors such as age, work history, disability status, and income.
Because these benefits can make a significant difference in your budget right away — and because they’re available to more people — it’s worth applying for them first.
General Hardship Grant Programs
Hardship grants in this category often vary by your local area and may provide smaller amounts of assistance compared to the larger national or industry-specific programs we’ll discuss later in this guide.
They can still be valuable when you need help covering immediate expenses, especially since some of these resources are easier to access and have fewer application requirements.
- Rent Assistance: Housing is often a household’s largest monthly expense. If you’re struggling to keep up, rent assistance programs can help free up room in your budget so you can focus on other needs. Our complete Rent Relief guide lists government programs and charities that can help you pay your rent.
- Home Repair Grants: Some organizations — especially those serving seniors, veterans, and rural homeowners — offer grants for essential home repairs. These can be worth $7,500 or more and may come from USDA or other local programs. Check our list of home repair grant providers.
- Pet Care Grants: Many organizations help low-income pet owners afford urgent or essential veterinary care. Grants can range from a few hundred dollars to over $1,000. Most require that the pet has a good prognosis for recovery. Check our Pet Resources list for details.
- Funeral Assistance Grants: If you’ve lost a loved one and are struggling with funeral costs, there are programs that can help. Some states offer funeral assistance, and there may be grants for low-income families, veterans, or families who have lost children. Our resource list includes state, nonprofit, and community-based options.
- Utility Bill Grants: The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can provide a grant toward your energy bills, sometimes exceeding $1,000 depending on location and household size. Other charities and local programs can also help. Visit our Utility Assistance page to find providers in your area.
- General Assistance Programs: In some states, counties and townships offer General Assistance or General Welfare funds for residents facing financial distress. These funds often cover rent, food, or prescription costs. You’ll have to ask your town, city or county government if this is available in your area.
- Tribal Assistance Programs: Many Tribal Nations provide emergency hardship assistance to their members. For example, the Navajo Nation has offered hardship programs through its Office of the Controller.
- Veterans’ Assistance Funds: Some states and counties operate veterans’ assistance funds for housing, utilities, and other essential needs. For example, Washington State’s Department of Veterans Affairs manages these programs at the county level.
- Colleges & Universities: Many higher education institutions offer hardship grants or emergency funds for enrolled students. These can help cover living expenses, tuition gaps, or unexpected costs. For example, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers a hardship financial assistance program for its students. Che
- Charitable Organizations: National groups like the Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, and St. Vincent de Paul provide small amounts of emergency aid for rent, utilities, food, and basic needs. Many local governments also have emergency assistance programs — check with your city, county, or township office.ck with your school’s financial services or student affairs office for available options.
Direct Financial Assistance
These programs provide cash or direct payments to help with urgent needs, usually with minimal restrictions.
- Gradient Gives Back: This organization provides up to 12 months of mortgage or rent assistance to families facing unexpected hardships through no fault of their own. This can free up a lot of money that you can use on other expenses. Their partner network continues to grow, and all eligible families are encouraged to apply on their website.
- Modest Needs: This nonprofit helps working individuals and families who earn just above the poverty level and often don’t qualify for traditional aid. Average grants range from $750–$1,250, and special consideration is given to single adults, veterans, teachers, and first responders. Apply on the Modest Needs website.
- Netwish: This program is run by an anonymous donor, Netwish offers small grants up to $200 for specific needs like medical bills or holiday gifts. Applicants have a better chance of approval if they request something very specific.
- Reddit Assistance Groups: Subreddits like r/Assistance and r/SantasLittleHelpers allow users to request small amounts of help, usually capped at $150. You must register on those pages in advance, follow group rules, and have an established account history.
- Wish-Granting Organizations: Nonprofits offer wishes or dream experiences for children, seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities. This may include vacations, electronics, or essential equipment like wheelchairs or ramps. For example, Twilight Wish grants seniors (65+) items like adjustable chairs, tablets, or trips to their hometowns.
Hardship Grants for Low Income Workers
Low income workers may qualify for special grant programs that help cover everyday expenses when money is tight. These programs can provide support for housing, utilities, medical bills, job-related costs, and other essential needs.
CORE: Children of Restaurant Employees
CORE supports restaurant industry workers who are raising children and facing a qualifying special circumstance. This includes people working in hotel food service, concessions, cafeterias, dining halls, catering, fine dining, casual dining, fast casual dining, quick service, and food trucks.
- What It Covers: Grants may be used for rent, mortgage payments, utilities, medical supplies, therapy, prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, travel costs, funeral expenses, groceries, clothing, and other essential needs.
- Who Is Eligible: Food and beverage service employees with children who are experiencing a qualifying special circumstance.
- How to Apply: Apply through the CORE website by submitting the required information about your work and circumstance.
Grocery Worker Appreciation Grants
The Grocery Worker Appreciation Grants program, administered by United Way Worldwide, provides financial support to grocery workers who are experiencing hardship. Eligible workers can receive up to $250 in cash cards to help cover essential expenses.
- What It Covers: The cash cards can be used for everyday needs.
- Who Is Eligible: You must work in a grocery stores OR store with a grocery department. You must also have an urgent financial need (like a car repair or health care expense). Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc. does not qualify.
- How to Apply: Submit an application online through the Grocery Worker Appreciation Grants program page.
Grants for Union Members
Many unions offer hardship assistance to their members, providing help with housing, utilities, medical expenses, and other essential needs during tough times. These programs are usually funded through the union or its affiliated benefit organizations, and eligibility often depends on active membership or recent membership in good standing.
For example, Union Privilege is a nonprofit founded by the AFL-CIO. They offer Union Plus disaster relief grants to current and retired AFL-CIO members and their families. Applicants must be credit union customers to qualify. Grants of up to $500 are available for members affected by a natural disaster.
If you are a union member, check with your local or national office to find out what help may be available to you.
Entertainment Community Funds
The Entertainment Community Fund helps people working in performing arts and entertainment, whether they are on stage, on screen, or working behind the scenes. The fund manages multiple distinct grant programs, each with its own eligibility requirements.
- What It Covers: The funds can be used for health care, housing, utilities, and other basic needs.
- Who Is Eligible: Individuals working in performing arts and entertainment who have professional, credited working experience. Some funds have other criteria.
- How to Apply: Review the program details on the Entertainment Community Fund website and follow the application instructions for the grant that matches your situation.
Pinetop Assistance League for Elder Musicians
The Pinetop Assistance League provides up to $500 in financial help to musicians who are at least 50 years old and meet specific eligibility requirements.
- What It Covers: he $500 grant can be used for temporary home care services, transportation, medical costs, emergency services, household utilities, burial costs or other basic expenses.
- Who Is Eligible: Blues musicians aged 50 or older who performed or played professional on stage. You must have been credited in professional recordings and have a low income.
- How to Apply: Apply through the Pinetop Assistance League’s official website.
St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund offers financial assistance to truck drivers who are out of work or recovering from illness.
- What It Covers: Rent, utilities, vehicle payments, insurance, and prescriptions.
- Who Is Eligible: Truck drivers with a Class A CDL who used to be away from home 4 or more nights per week but now have a medical problem that prevents them from working. The medical problem must have started in the last 12 months.
- How to Apply: Apply online through the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund website.
Hardship Grants for Specific Medical Conditions
Some grants are designed to help people who are living with certain medical diagnoses. These programs may provide money for treatment, travel to appointments, medical equipment, or everyday expenses while you recover.
Please note that if your hardship is caused by medical expenses, you may be able to get help from Medicaid. Low income people are typically eligible for charity care from hospitals as well, so make sure to ask about their financial assistance programs too.
Breast Cancer Survivor Grants
If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, you may be eligible for special hardship grant programs. These programs may be able to help you pay for housing, utilities, car payments and other essential expenses.
These grants are usually reserved for people who are undergoing active treatment. Sometimes, you may be able to get help if you have recently been diagnosed or recently finished treatment as well.
Here’s our full list of grants for breast cancer patients.
Glenn Garcelon Foundation Grant
The Glenn Garcelon Foundation provides financial assistance to patients who are living with a primary brain tumor and receiving treatment anywhere in the United States or its territories.
- What It Covers: Grants can be used to help with mortgage or housing payments, medical bills, utilities and other expenses.
- Who Is Eligible: Patients in the United States who have been diagnosed with a primary benign or malignant Central Nervous System (CNS) tumor.
- How to Apply: Apply through the American Brain Tumor Association following their guidelines. Don’t forget to check out the other 40+ resourcs on their website as well.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society offers financial assistance to patients who have been diagnosed with blood cancer. Support can include help with co-pays, treatment-related travel, non-medical expenses, and urgent needs.
- What It Covers: Co-pays, treatment-related travel, non-medical expenses, urgent needs, and a $500 grant for specific expenses through the Urgent Need Program.
- Who Is Eligible: Patients diagnosed with blood cancer.
- How to Apply: Apply online through the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s official website.
Other Diagnosis-Based Organizations
If you’ve been diagnosed with a serious illness, look for a national organization or society focused on your condition. These groups often provide help with travel, co-pays, urgent needs, and non-medical costs
Start by searching for: [Your Diagnosis] Foundation or Society
Live Like Bella
Live Like Bella provides hardship grants for families of children who are receiving treatment for pediatric cancer.
- What It Covers: Their In-Treatment Support provides financial help with utilities, transportation, housing or lodging, groceries, gasoline, vehicles and more. The limit is $200 (or up to $3,000 for those who live in Florida). The Memorial Support fund can provide help with memorial services, funerals, cremations and burials.
- Who Is Eligible: Families of children who are receiving treatment for pediatric cancer.
- How to Apply: Apply online through the Live Like Bella application portal.
The SAMFund
The SAMFund, offered by the Expect Miracles Foundation, provides grants to young adult cancer survivors to help them rebuild after treatment. The average grant amount is around $1,500.
- What It Covers: Grants to help with expenses during recovery and life after cancer treatment.
- Who Is Eligible: Young adult cancer survivors who meet the program’s eligibility requirements.
- How to Apply: Apply through the Expect Miracles Foundation.
Hardship Grants for Military & Veterans
Military families can face sudden expenses when duty calls or after service ends. These grants provide financial help for housing, utilities, medical costs, and other basic needs. They are available to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families.
American Legion TFA Grants
The American Legion Temporary Financial Assistance program offers up to $1,500 to eligible military and veteran families in need, providing short-term support during financial hardship.
- What It Covers: This fund can be used for shelter, food, utilities, health expenses and more.
- Who Is Eligible: American Legion members and children of eligible active-duty servicemembers
- How to Apply: You can apply for the American Legion TFA Grants at Legion.org.
VFW Unmet Needs Grant
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) offers the Unmet Needs program to provide grants of up to $2,500 for basic life needs for veterans, service members, and their families. E
- What It Covers: Eligible expenses include mortgage or rent, home repairs, insurance, vehicle expenses, utilities, food, clothing, diapers, formula, school or childcare expenses, medical bills, prescriptions, and more.
- Who Is Eligible: Active-duty service members and their families who have an unexpected financial need due to deployment, injury or other military activities.
- How to Apply: Apply through the VFW’s Unmet Needs program page.
Army Emergency Relief (AER)
AER offers zero-interest loans and grants to soldiers and their families who are facing financial challenges.
- What It Covers: Rent, security deposits, utilities, food, vehicle costs, funeral expenses, home repair, and more.
- Who Is Eligible: Active-duty soldiers, retired soldiers, and their families.
- How to Apply: Apply through the local Army Emergency Relief office or online at ArmyEmergencyRelief.org.
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)
This program provides interest-free loans and grants to sailors, marines, and their families.
- What It Covers: Rent, utilities, emergency travel, funeral costs, vehicle repairs, and basic living expenses.
- Who Is Eligible: Active-duty and retired members of the Navy and Marine Corps, and their eligible family members.
- How to Apply: Visit a local NMCRS office or apply online at NMCRS.org.
Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)
AFAS offers interest-free loans and grants to help airmen and guardians in need.
- What It Covers: Rent, utilities, food, emergency travel, vehicle repairs, and other basic needs.
- Who Is Eligible: Active-duty Air Force and Space Force members, retired members, and their families.
- How to Apply: Contact your local Airman & Family Readiness Center or visit AFAS.org.
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA)
CGMA provides loans and grants to Coast Guard members and their families.
- What It Covers: Housing costs, utilities, food, medical expenses, emergency travel, and more.
- Who Is Eligible: Active-duty and retired Coast Guard members, reservists, and their families.
- How to Apply: Apply through a local CGMA representative or online at myCGMA.org.
Relief Recap
Don’t give up if you’re facing financial hardship. There are resources designed to help. Explore these options, reach out to the provided contacts, and know that you don’t have to navigate this alone. We’re always here to help!
Hello Catherine, my name is RICK. I have a problem with WATER. I have a hand dug well. I’m about 20 feet down 8 foot of that into the bedrock normal years of rainfall here in southern Arizona. I have anywhere from 5 to 8 feet of water in my well For two years now it’s been a failed monsoon. No winter snowpack on the mountain so no water in the well. I have a truck for hauling water. I can get 1250 gallons at time it’s a military M 35 a 2. ( deuce and a half).
My problem is I lost an axle over a year ago while hauling water. I need to purchase a new used differential also torque rod end bushings. 12 of them. differential would run around $1750 out of Utah the torque rod end bushings would run about $70 apiece and of course on top of all that there would be shipping and handling. I also need two 12volt batteries and a couple of tires.I’m on Social Security now 66 years of age so I have a very limited income. You can imagine what utilities are in Arizona in the summertime. I live in a small travel trailer 23’ long. nothing extravagant.
I also have medical problems with my legs. I have cellulitis never heard of it before it was diagnosed year and a half ago or so. Sometimes it leaves me without the ability to walk around very well at all.
I don’t have any credit. I just opened my first bank account over 20 years so that I could have my Social Security checks deposited. I have no savings or retirement income other than my Social Security. I can’t get a loan because I have no credit not that I’d be able to pay it back anyway. If you have any suggestions they would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I hope you have a great day.
Rick.
I know there’s water in my well if I can just dig it deep enough like I said I’m around 20 to 21 feet deep now. I figure if I get to 40 feet deep. I should have water around no problem. It’s very labor intensive work as I am into the bedrock now by 8 feet. The well is 8 feet and diameter.
Hi Rick, thank you so much for sharing your story—I’m really sorry you’re facing such a difficult situation. It’s incredibly hard to deal with water access issues, especially when health and income challenges are involved.
Since traditional home-repair programs often don’t cover wells or trailers, your best bet may be emergency assistance from local groups like St. Vincent de Paul, the Salvation Army, local churches, or your Community Action Agency. Some areas also have programs that help with essential vehicle repairs—especially if the vehicle is critical for hauling water or meeting basic needs.
You might also find help through these emergency hardship grants: https://lowincomerelief.com/hardship-grants/
We hope one of these options leads to the support you need.
My wife and I inherited a house on the central coast of California five years ago. The house needs a lot of work and now it looks like there may be a mold and shower damage situation in one of the bathrooms that will have to be addressed soon. I’m 69, my wife is 59 and we are on Social Security making less than 18,000 a year. We’re on snap benefits and frequent food banks. We Pay $7000 a year in property taxes which have to come out of our savings which is rapidly dwindling. Is there any help available in California to help fix the mold and shower?
Hi Paul. Here are some possible resources that may be worth looking into: https://lowincomerelief.com/california-home-repair-grants/
Call your local state agency and ask about the Energy Assistance, Weatherization & Home Repairs program. A friend of mine had her windows replaced.
I believe… you can contact who you pay property taxes to…and have them FROZE AND OR ELIMINATED
Hi… I’m 53 and I’ve been looking for a job and a home for a year now. I need emergency help in Indio, California. Please and thank you.
Hi. Here are the resources we have found in California. I hope something can help!
https://lowincomerelief.com/category/california/
Do you deal with Canada
Hi. Unfortunately, we only focus on resources available in the United States.
Need relocation assistance from a high crime and drug active area
Hi Liz. Unfortunately, there really aren’t a lot of resources available for moving.
https://lowincomerelief.com/moving-tips/
If you own a mobile home in a public park. Hud will move you for free.
Disabled and need help for Christmas
Hi Renee. We will be updating the list of Christmas resources soon. In the meantime, here is a list of organizations that traditionally offer help for the holidays: https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
KENTUCKY AND OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES
Ameenah 56 years homeowner from Ga low income looking for grants for home improvement to help with plumbing and Bathroom renovation
Hi. Here’s what we have found in Georgia: https://lowincomerelief.com/georgia-home-repair-grants/
I am in need of help to protect my septic tank that is 6 ft from my deck that the cement lid has fallen in application in the state of Delaware is going to take me a year I need something to make it safe while I am waiting sincerely
Hi. Here’s the home repair assistance we have found in your state. I hope one of them can help! https://lowincomerelief.com/delaware-home-repair-assistance/
Round? Or square? Use scrap wood to frame in a cover…off to the side. Into of plastic or cardboard to keep it from sticking to the ground. Mix concrete mix or meter with sand and ashes pour in dish soap blend with a drill and auger attachment. If u can borrow a compressor allow air to go in while mixture gains a foamy light mix. Pour into ur make shift frame that will become ur overlapping new temporary lid. Google “diy AIRCRETE” Its a lightweight concrete alternative…
Also…check into fema. There is a fund called PREDISASTER MITIGATION FUND
For 25 years mind and body plagued with trauma and rare debilitating diagnoses. Much is genetic. I know the residential program that has 80% + success rate and the only brilliant Dr who I believes knows more about at least one of my genes he can “fix”. Then so many other testing get no where else and is literate with my many rare illnesses. Which are likely the cause of my worsening mental Health and is the founder of this depression and anxiety recovery program, which is not a mental institution, but more of a education and spa lifestyle and since nothing else has worked for post traumatic stress disorder, which is complex and worsening due to all of my ailments I keep adding up really if I even have a chance that would be it, of course it’s something that Medicare Medicaid won’t cover and it is needed to be paid first they have collected all of my medical records. I’ve gone through speaking with them many times I wish to facilitate such programs to help others who desire to have a quality of life too. This is not some Rinky dink thing this is Weymar Institute, California. I believe it also has , another program going on at Loma Linda and California universities. And since nobody else can help me for all this time I except for the couple doctors who have now passed away, and I haven’t been able to find any type of replacements.
So I am seeking financial assistance. I have new caregiver oh, her heart goes out to me and she’s going to even with all her children, then busy busy life run go fund me which we haven’t started yet. I have a lot of people who definitely like to show their story about their time with me, there’s one ENT and the wife of one of the doctors who help me the most who I am still friends with, along with quite a few people I know I’ve also been contacting and Health department the website having a hard time working with my manager where I live Working with the section 8 lady I heard this whole time haven’t found assessable housing either but if I can heal… I’ve had other people with my conditions, one each like moldy, or and a lie me parasite and survivor of domestic violence. Many people told me I should write a book that never heard of such a thing I think I may need to call it fiction but then again you know I can’t make this stuff up so be a great testimony and give hope to others and I need in order to be a good witness. I need to be well and have a happy ending funds close to $10,000 and then several thousand to have after to have therapy after for some time to make it stick , I have never given up. There’s always a solution to a problem and I’ve been praying and after 25 years I still God willing can you help me please help me to help others I believe this is God‘s will and honestly I’m so tired of suffering the fatigue in the pain in the I won’t get into detail, but I’ve been traumatized by this 25 years , I know medley I’d be in good hands. I just know that’s the only way. Thank you so much for reading this. Forgive me for not spellchecking. I have a brain injury as well and I’m very fatigued. I am. I’m so optimistic that they’re waiting for payment. God is good!
Blessings.
JAS crazy moldy Lyme little parasite and DV survivor. Been planning on a full recovery since day one of debilitation and loss of everything. company home abandonment by all. I’m not dead yet. I’m willing to relearn how to enjoy life which I really never started living. Just was a workaholic. lol thank you again for reading this. May God bless you.
My name is Kelly . I’m a cancer survivor I had colon,cervical, and bone all at once I am 5 years out. I live in a female trailer . I need to find some help with fixing my roof and my slide out. I get SSI.my truck needs work to. And my dog is 8 yrs old I got him when he was 5 months old someone had shot him in both paws shattered all his toes the vet helped him I fostered him then adopted him. That was 8 years ago he jumped up on the bed tore his ALC. His breathing isn’t good it’s 5000 .oo for the surgery. I’ve looked on line for help but they haven’t got anything that does much. He’s hurting pretty bad I’ve even tried to talk to local vets about payment plans with no luck. Can you help me Thank you
Hi Kelly. Here are the resources we have found. Hopefully, one can help.
https://lowincomerelief.com/help-with-mobile-home-repairs/
https://lowincomerelief.com/looking-for-free-or-low-cost-veterinary-care/
I live in Billings Montana is there anything out there for us anything? U hear of everything for other states but not Montana? why should we have to move to get any money like ot states? I m happy for them but I seems unfair. I feel like I have to more to get $$ like most.
Hi. Here are the resources we have found in your state: https://lowincomerelief.com/category/montana/
I’m in Illinois and I’m trying to find somewhere to get some help paying my property taxes this year I lost my job earlier this year and I’m having some physical issues with my health where I’m not able to go back to work my property taxes are extremely high and they went up this year compared to last year and I just can’t pay it.
Hi. Hopefully this info can help: https://lowincomerelief.com/property-tax-relief/
Assistance for car repairs already have estimate
Hi Irene. Here are some possible options: https://lowincomerelief.com/?s=car+repair
I a widow at 56 i am in need of a grant i cant even afford a headstone and i need help with fixing stuff my hot water tank and car its a lot i look and look i get now here looking on line for grants can u please help ty
Hi Rhonda. Here are some possible options for the car repair: https://lowincomerelief.com/?s=car+repair
Want to ask a question Iam a 53 year old widow my husband died about 3 years ago and he was a vet I have a lot on my hands he was never able to get but about 10,000 in life insurance we bought a home but he was not able to get the insurance for if something happened to him due to his illness it would be paid off the prices of things are higher and I have credit cards, doctor bills, mortgage and other things that need to be paid. I get something from the Va as his spouse but Iam still trying to catch up from after 3 years is there any information I can get for help.
Hi Terra. Here are some of the resources we have found for widows. Hopefully, some of them can help! https://lowincomerelief.com/?s=widow
Hi,
Are there any assistance or hardships grants that help with car repairs? My vehicle is in need of repairs asap, that’s my only means of getting to Docter appointments for my grandkids, groceries etc
Thank you
Malissa
Hi Melissa. Here are some of the resources we have found:
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-car-repair-for-low-income-families/
my husband was a co-signer on loans like furnaces, windows for house and house payments, and auto loans he then got kidney cancer and bone cancer, and we thought he was going to beat it but he died on May 2, and now I have lost of income I am looking for help to get the loans paid I will get some of his income but it not enough to pay all the loans and expense I cannot work
Hi. Here are some resources that can hopefully help:
https://lowincomerelief.com/help/
I cared for my elderly Mother a little over 16 years until she passed in 2020. My Mother was in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. My Mother wished to be placed in the National Cemetery in Riverside California because that is where her Parents my Grand parents are also buried. The VA will pay for the funeral service along with Marine Corps honors. However, I have been dealing with major health issues since she passed. I’ve had Covid twice since then, had a complete right hip replacement, can’t work due to disability and I am without any family or loved one’s. I’ve been trying to save as much as I can but there never seems to be enough. I am trying to find a grant that will help me with gas money and expenses to bring my Mother’s remains to her desired resting place. I wish that I had been able to do this before now but life really happened and I’m just trying to do my best with what I have, which isn’t much. However, I do have a roof over my head. Please, if there are any grants that my situation would fall under I’d be grateful to hear about them. Thank you for all you do for other’s here on this website. You’re all great people with kind soul’s.
God bless,
Michelle B.
This is very important for those in need to have access to this type of information I look forward to passing this information on… AMEN
I’m trying to remember the the video that shows the free stuff on Medicaid ..
It was my state
Respectfully yours
Irene
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Hi Irene. Here’s the article that goes with the video:
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-stuff-from-medicaid/
I am single, my daughter just graduated from Highschool. I am on disability and am barely making it. I lost my food stamps and am sooo stressed out. I live in Utah and I feel like I can’t get any help. I am not young enough with little ones and not old enough to be a senior. I am desperate. I am asking for a hand up not a hand out. I have RA and LUPUS and can barely get out of bed some days. Am I just doomed
Hi. Here are some additional ideas. I hope one helps! https://lowincomerelief.com/free-food/
Assistance for huge tree that needs to be cut down. I live in a row home and the tree looks like it can fall on my home if a bad storm comes though.
Hi. Depending on your state, one of these may be able to help: https://lowincomerelief.com/free-home-repair-grants/
Good evening, my name is Jesse Parks. I’m resident of Lamar count , Ga. I am reaching out to try and find hardship grant on this website. I see grants that don’t apply to me but I also many opportunity grants on here for hard ships. I broke my back in an accident and have been advised to seek out disability. This is a several year process and I am requesting a hardship grant for living expenses in case disability takes 2 years or more. Please reach back to me and guide me to the proper hardship grant.
Hi Jesse. Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything in your area.
Hello I am looking for grant to pay off my boyfriends court fines, please is there anything that can help me look for resources where there is no scam.
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything in your area.
Love all of your hard work in helping us. Selfless, good people. I thank you so much!
Hi
I hope you can help me I am in need of a hardship grant to fix my car. It needs a lot of work and right now I am scared to drive it. I have tried everywhere I can think of asking for help. I live in central Florida. Any help would be appreciated.
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything in your area.
I’m homeless and living on a friend’s house and I have to be out by this weekend, and I’ll be homeless looking for shelter, I’m unemployed, I do little side jobs to get food and things, I’m looking for a grant to take an online class to be a home inspector certification and to find a place to stay, I’m struggling, I need some help!! Thank you
Hi Buck. Have you contacted the school that offers the certification? They may know of organizations that offer grants for their courses.
I need a paper to fill out to get a Grant for hardship that I don’t have to pay back.
Hi Brenda. Have you had a chance to look into the resources listed above in the article? Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for one.
Hardship grants for a new heat pump, bathroom redo, stove, refrigerator, hot water heater , flooring, window seals…etc.
Hi Deborah. Here are some additional resources to look into:
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-home-repair-grants/
I need a hardship grant that can help with maintenance of my home, windows, exterior, interior, and a roof.
Hi. Here’s a good place to start your search: https://lowincomerelief.com/free-home-repair-grants/
@James Wood, how did you do that? Thanks so much. I didn’t know if that was even POSSIBLE
Do you need to have documentation?
Hi. Something in this article may be useful:
https://lowincomerelief.com/property-tax-relief/
This is Ellen Dotson and we need help bad on our old house and having problems with payment for car insurance.
Hi Ellen. Here are some resources that may be worth looking into:
https://lowincomerelief.com/save-on-insurance/
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-home-repair-grants/
@PureEnergy, I hope you’re still with Us, that you haven’t given up on Hope. If there’s in your area go to it on Sunday and stand up and tell the church your needs and see if they can reach out and help you become stable. Nobody knows what you’re going through if you don’t open your mouth and share it. But going just to one place and being told there are many ahead of you, it’s not what you stop. You push through, you pray until something happens. Don’t you dare, give up! You didn’t make it to 68 for no reason and you didn’t go through the steps in life only to lose it.
Another place to reach out is the local community actions in your area. Also if there’s a nursing home in your town or county, look for “The Senior Citizen Association” or a ” Faith In Action Agency” in your local community. If the nursing home has a program where they take somebody Indigent in until they get on you on your feet speak with the Nursing Home Director and or the Social Worker. Who knows they may just need somebody to do some handy work and to have one on-site would be a blessing in disguise for the home. Social Workers in Hospitals and Nursing Homes should be well up in the knowledge of new programs and companies/churches/and those that may have a private grant going on to help someone in your situation. It never hurts to ask, what is the worse thing that can happen… Sorry, we are full.
You may find even a “Tiny Home program” bc of your disability or anxiety you suffer from PTSD is not just not a war issue, with those in battle, but, also for those on their home front where the battle began and never left. I am sorry to hear about your situation and I pray it all changes for the better soon.
I pray Hedges of angels around you, and I pray God strengthens you when you are weak. May provisions fall upon you as your mercy and Grace flourishes in the Lord. I pray God’s will be done and as you help others through the kindness that you have done in the past, may God turn around and reward you with what you need here on Earth so it will be done in heaven. May he place only those that you need to meet in greet, in front of you, those that can bless, and restore, placing a smile upon your face. Restoring your Hope through good will in man, and may you be able somehow, in someway share back that same kindness of Love, bestowed upon you AMEN
@Victor Bryant,
See if you can get ABD assistance thru Medcaide, is for people that are disabled but can’t get disability every bit helps give them a call and see if they can help you tell them your situation. Have your wife also apply if she doesn’t have disability. And if you get a lawyer have him apply for disability for you so you can get your health issues and your shoulder fixed. Make sure before your scheduled surgery that you have an LTT test done. This is when they take a blood sample and they send it off to the lab and they tested against everything that they should be using in your surgery it is to check to make sure that you’re not allergic to anything and to prevent any complications beforehand. I wish you the best and God bless
@Josh Barnett,
Josh talk to an attorney and see if he can speak to the judge on your behalf for care taker assistance you did while parents were alive and gram… I believe there is some sort of grant caretaker thing that you may qualify for 30K from caretaking… It is worth a phone call.
@James Wood, How were you able to get your county to do this? can you tell me the steps you took. I always thought it was written in the ax laws with IRS but having a hard issue with getting my taxes taken off.
Does anyone know any personal grants you don’t have to pay back? My transmission is shot and I need money to fix it. I’m low income and can’t afford payments for a loan and don’t know what to do.
Hi Jessica. Here are some resources that may be worth looking into: https://lowincomerelief.com/free-car-repair-for-low-income-families/
I keep applying for SNAP in my state and they keep removing my oldest daughter and my boyfriend from my application and saying that I am over the income bracket.
In order to get mobile home insurance, I need to get repairs with quotes in the $6,000 range. I am on Social Security with a hardship and do not have the financial means to get the repairs done since my wife passed. Is there any hardship grants I might qualify for?
Hi Brent. Have you looked into these yet?
https://lowincomerelief.com/help-with-mobile-home-repairs/
Hi Vicki.
I’m so sorry you’ve both been through so much.
Here are some options that may be able to help:
https://lowincomerelief.com/private-grants-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
Hi, do you know if there is anything for a teacher who had to retire due to disability? I do receive a monthly disability retirement payment from the State Teacher Retirement System, but it is not very much.
Hi Beth. Here are some resources that may be worth looking into: https://lowincomerelief.com/financial-help-for-disabled-people/
Why does LIHEAP only help you twice. I always thought it was for emergency assistance? When I call there they tell me you’ve already been helped? Well, I have a 600.00 dollar light bill and I heat with wood and don’t run much, so what’s the deal? And, there open. So that tells me they still have funds. Also, I thought when you get on SSD or SSI your bill goes by what you make a month?
retired veteran. my property was sold now the new owner raised the rent and wants a security deposit i dont have
Hi Donald.
I’m not even sure if they can do that legally if you already live there. It may depend on local laws.
Here are some possible resources for security deposit assistance:
https://lowincomerelief.com/rental-security-deposit-assistance/
And here’s info on Legal Aid:
https://lowincomerelief.com/legal-aid/
Where to start I’m not going to go all the way back but here I am homeless 57 years old I’m on social security disability and I’ve got a lot of health issues and I’m living with an older gentleman because I don’t have to worry about any kind of funny stuff going on and I was working with him got two of my ribs fractured . I used to come over and help clean up and do his dishes and tell him that nobody should have to live that way. One day after working with him his RV was so hot I couldn’t believe it. He has a lawn and tree service. Working outside in this heat. He did not have an air conditioning so I went to home Depot and got him an air conditioner cords what he needed. At 74 years old and now here I am in that same place that I told him nobody should have to live the way he lives and here I am living in his shell of an RV there’s no water no plumbing no cooking no refrigerator .But it’s a roof over my head I’ve been looking and trying to get help for years . I have yet to receive anything. I read a lot about the housing authority . I’m supposed to get put to the top of the list under certain circumstances like Lowincome ,bad health, ealderly I started checking out these Grand I’m not too sure about the grant.gov and that’s a little confusing for me and I’m not that great of a writer as you can see there’s no punctuation in this.But if there’s anything that you could help me with I would really appreciate. My daughter passed away 2005 at 21. My husband, we weren’t legally married but for 32 years we were together since I was 15 to 41 years old. In 2012 he passed away,I think of a broken ????. Now it’s just me and my son . My husband provided very well and I just stayed home and take care of the kids in the house so needless to say my social security checkers isn’t alot . The government bumped it up to 940.. Still not enough for a place . My son got into drugs and i just a got into a little bit of a legal problem and I have lost pretty much lost everything trying and hopeing that my son would straighten out. We were live out of my car ,I was driving him somewhere ended up getting stopped by the cops . Now I got a DUI my last one was 2006 13 years ago and so now I’m homeless without a car and that’s really driving me nuts I can’t go anywhere, just trying to wash up it’s just really crazy. Thanks for being here for me. You did awonderful job with the article hope you have a nice weekend thank you very much
Hi Karen. You’ve been through a lot. And you’re right; no one should have to deal with that.
Have you spoken to anyone at the Area Agency on Aging? They may be able to help you with finding resources and filling out the applications to make things a little easier. https://lowincomerelief.com/area-agency-on-aging/
@James Wood, HI, I am in the same boat as Diane, being a multiple disabilities senior, (67, Deaf, Blind, Crippled with SSDI of $2000 a month in San Joaquin county, CA) but property tax of 1,900 annually jumped a $400 increase since Biden took office. Im paying my bills barely, except my real goal is to move to a new state back east. Apparently my SSDI payments are “above federal poverty limit” so most programs deny me or limit what they will give me, thus my unique situation of debt piled bills results from “above minimum income payment” so im desperately seeking your kind of information… Anything to help me get the hell out of California, fast! (I had $8,000 saved from over the course of 3 years to be able to move, but its completely wiped out in less than a year by the inflation caused by the new president and cabinet, and growing into debt.)
It’s difficult to get help with moving expenses, but here are some ideas for reducing the cost:
https://lowincomerelief.com/moving-tips/
@Kest Paulikuonis,
You didn’t get any of that free COVID money the feds were handing out? I know the states kept some of it that they got to spend later.
My husband has lost 2 jobs bc of his copd is their any immediate help for him besides waiting for SSD which takes a while been out of work for 2 weeks now we need help
Hi Joy.
Depending on where you live, he may be eligible for general assistance:
https://lowincomerelief.com/what-is-general-assistance/
Hi! The State of Michigan is currently accepting applications for the MI-HOPE grant, for low income households to receive free weatherization to their homes. It also included energy efficient upgrades for appliances! The MIHAF program is still open too, to assist with past due utilities and mortgage/property taxes.
@Diane Privette, If your disabled, you should get your prop. taxes taken off .I sure did.
I receive social security benefits and this past month my benefits got cut due to not having a divorce decree and my birthday just went by so I need to register and inspect my vehicle and I don’t have the funds to do that so I am respectfully asking please can you help me with the funds to register my car and inspect it? Thank You
Hi Michelle. Here is the info we have on getting help with car registration:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-financial-help-car-registration/
I hope one helps!
Over 60 and disabled and need some help, with home car insurance food, would I be eligible for a hardship Grant
Hi Pearl. There are quite a few things you might be eligible for.
Here are some additional options: https://lowincomerelief.com/financial-help-for-disabled-people/
Hello, can you please do some research on LONG HAUL COVID.Its not binging recognize in LIfe. I NEED help.
Hi Maria. If your doctors can confirm that your symptoms are bad enough, you may qualify for disability.
https://lowincomerelief.com/how-to-apply-for-social-security/
I am a 63 year old woman living in Arkansas. In public housing, trapped. Wore our 1997 Mazda pick up.
How do I get help w grant’s for individuals
Thank you
Belinda Laird
Hi Belinda, depending on what type of help you need, the search on this site can help.
You can also check out the section for your state here: https://lowincomerelief.com/helpnearme/
I am 61 years old, and I live 18 miles from the nearest city. I have lost my job due to my vehicle breaking down completely. It would be more to fix the vehicle than it’s worth. It’s loses about 5 quarts of oil in an 8 mile trip. Now I cannot afford to buy food or have no transportation to get to work. I am suffering with home repairs needed, but I have to get a job. I have to have a reliable vehicle for work. I’m desperate, and I don’t have any way to get food, or a job. Please I need help! I have no income at all of any kind except for food stamps, and I can’t get to the grocery store.
Hi Carla. That’s a terrible situation to be in! Here are some resources that may help:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
https://lowincomerelief.com/grocery-delivery-that-accepts-ebt/
https://lowincomerelief.com/7-easy-ways-to-find-legit-work-from-home-jobs/
https://lowincomerelief.com/i-need-a-job-now/
@Carla, I know its almost 2 years after you have sent this message but im just now seeing it and im curious… Are you okay??! are you at a good place at the moment? Did you ever recieve help?! lmk Blessings and prosperity to you!
Its very nice and good to help others but do Ugandan people receive the grants
Hi. Unfortunately, these are only available in the United States.
I am over 70 years old and am on Social Security and receive $1086.00 amonth.. I own a mobile home and am looking to find out if there are any grants I am eligible for for replacing my furnace/AC unit and my hot water heater. The home is over 25 years old and the units mentioned are the original units. If there are any grants I would be eligible for I would appreciate it very much.
Hi Maureen. Here is the information we have on home repair grants. Hopefully, something in it can help: https://lowincomerelief.com/free-home-repair-grants/
@Maureen, Do you get leap or liheap assistance? If so call them and they can help with the furnace.
@Catherine Marucci,
call Community Action it has to be put on “The Weatherization Program” and that is where they will come in the Energy Efficiency in your house. The things that I could do would be: Like putting in insulation, putting in Fire alarms, CO2 devices, they may update your lighting with new more energy-efficient light bulbs. They may also evaluate; if you need a new heater, AC unit, water heater, and or refrigerator. Some even do windows
@Maureen, what state are you in and what county.
@Maureen,
I have a mobile home and my 74 year old mom lives with me who receives the minimum SSI of $943. We got a brand new furnace through our local CAPS Agency, Community Action Agency Partnership. It’s a nationwide nonprofit organization that helps low income people with all sorts of things! We also have received a brand new fridge and they replaced 3 air conditioners for free! I don’t know if you already knew that a mobile home is considered personal property and not “real property”? Anyways you can also contact your Area Agency on Aging, Habitat’s Againg In Place where I would believe you would find even more help! Good luck dear! ????
Hi Sylvia. Here is what we have found for home repair in California. Hopefully, some of it can help!
https://lowincomerelief.com/california-home-repair-grants/
Sir need hardship grant in Florida been from one shelter to another been thru Irma now Ian been homeless since Irma I am 68 years old.applied for section 8 the shelter St Vincent de Paul neglected my acceptance letter to Choice housing voucher program.My housing counsellor was fired. Still I have no place to live. Don’t know what DeSantis did with monies from Irma we received nothing but million dollar condo complexs How can I survive on 1200 a month?
Hi Juanita. I’m so sorry you’re going through so much.
Here are some other options to try:
https://lowincomerelief.com/low-income-housing-with-no-waiting-list/
@Isaac, It would be nice to see a personalized reply rather than a bot generated one. So cold.
Hi Cindy. I’m sorry about that. We field a lot of comments every day. What type of information can we help you find?