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Energy Bill Assistance Through Your March 12 Social Security Check

On March 12, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will issue a new round of payments to eligible retirees. Read: Need Extra Cash? These Stimulus Programs Are Paying Out in March 2025 With ...

2025 Tax Refunds Are Bigger — Here's How They Can Help With Bills, Utilities, and More

Great news for millions of Americans this tax season—the IRS confirms that 2025 tax refunds are averaging $3,382, a 6.3% increase from last year. This boost is mostly thanks to i...

Empowering Low-Income Families in Mobile: How $4.45 Million Will Help with Energy Costs

Financial relief is on the way for low-income residents in Mobile, Alabama, thanks to a $4.45 million grant awarded to Mobile Community Action (MCA). This funding is part of $44.5 milli...

ACP Ended—Here’s How Low-Income Families Can Still Afford Internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial federal initiative that helped millions of low-income families afford internet access, providing monthly credits of up to $30 ($75 for tribal lands) ...

How to Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills Through State Utility Assistance Programs

Many states offer Utility Discount Programs (UDP) and Energy Assistance Programs (EAP) to help low-income residents reduce their electric, gas, water, and sewer bills. Eligible applica...

Free Utility Assistance in Clayton, Henry, and Fayette Counties: Ensuring Warmth During Cold Weather

As freezing temperatures grip the metro Atlanta region, many residents are faced with the challenge of keeping their homes warm while dealing with soaring utility bills. ...

Operation Fuel’s 2025 Winter Energy Assistance Program: Help for Connecticut Residents

Operation Fuel has launched its 2025 Winter Energy Assistance Program to help Connecticut residents stay warm during the cold months. The program offers up to $500 in emergency assista...

How Medicaid is Expanding Access for More Families

Medicaid has long been the safety net for America's most vulnerable populations, including low-income children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. However, restrictive eligibility left many fam...

Tax Relief & Utility Bill Support: Extended Deadlines for Disaster-Affected Americans in 2025

As tax season approaches, millions of Americans are preparing to file their returns, but the IRS provides extended deadlines and financial relief for those living in federa...