Low-Income Resources in Massachusetts
Welcome to Money Fit’s Low-income resource list. We have organized different options into four categories: Food, Housing/Utilities, Child/Family Care, and Healthcare. Each resource comes with a brief description as well as contact information like a phone number and website URL.
We also provide an application for our Debt Management Program. If you’re struggling with debt, our nonprofit organization can help you overcome financial burdens. Use these resources to determine if you qualify to receive financial assistance from various programs.
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Food Resources
The Greater Boston Food Bank
The Greater Boston Food Bank works passionately to end hunger across Eastern Massachusetts by providing our neighbors in need the healthy food and resources they need to thrive.
- Address: 70 South Bay Avenue Boston, MA 02118
- Phone: 617-427-5200
- Website Link
Federal Resource – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of needy families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency.
Housing and Utilities
Housing & Rental Resources
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
- Address: 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410
- Phone: (202) 708-1112
- Website Link
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps keep families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist families with energy costs.
Child and Family Care
Department of Early Education – Financial Assistance for Families
The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) provides childcare financial assistance for families in need. In order to be eligible for funding, you and your family must meet certain requirements.
- Phone: (877) 211-6277
- Website Link
Federal Resource – Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children that helps families by providing financial assistance to purchase healthy supplemental foods from WIC-authorized vendors. WIC also provides nutrition education, breastfeeding information, and support as well as assists in finding healthcare and other community services.
Federal Resource – The Head Start Program
The Head Start Program is a program of the United States Department of Health and Human Services that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. The program’s services and resources are designed to foster stable family relationships, enhance children’s physical and emotional well-being, and establish an environment to develop strong cognitive skills.
Healthcare
Health Connector
Massachusetts Health Connector is the state’s Marketplace for health and dental insurance. Before your get started, be sure to check the Help Center for information, guides, and where to find free, in-person help near you.
- Phone: (877) MA-ENROLL ((877) 623-6765)
- Website Link
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in the Commonwealth. They provide information on a variety of health services and resources, including immunizations, substance abuse, and more.
- Address: 250 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108-4619
- Phone: (617) 624-6000
- Website Link
Federal Resource – Medicaid and CHIP
Medicaid provides health coverage to some low-income people, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to children in families with incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid, but who can’t afford private coverage.
Remember, if you’re struggling with debt, our nonprofit organization can help you overcome financial burdens. Use these resources to determine if you qualify to receive financial assistance from various programs.