Resources for immigrants in New York

Although New York City offers free financial education, counseling, and literacy programs for immigrants through city agencies, there are also community organizations that offer free one-on-one professional financial counseling (in-person or over the phone) to…

SNAP is one of the programs that may be considered under the new public charge rule. But avoiding this benefit can come at a cost. Food pantries, community kitchens and other food programs provide assistance outside of SNAP. · Food Bank For NYC told Documented…

New York City offers a range of free services to support you before, during, and after a flood. If you need general help or information, call 311. You can ask for help in your language, and you will be connected to the right city services for housing, shelter,…

Filing taxes can be beneficial for adjustment of status in the United States, as it can help individuals demonstrate financial stability and compliance with tax laws. Additionally, a tax return can be shown as proof of address, proof of income, and open the do…

Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, provides monthly cash support to people who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled and have very limited income. You can calculate your eligibility with this official online tool. · For noncitizens, eligibility is more restri…

Your eligibility is determined by your household income and size. If your income is at or below 80% of your county’s Area Median Income (AMI), you qualify for 100% coverage of the cost, up to $840. If your income falls between 80% and 150% of the AMI, you are …

Once you submit an application, OCSS helps establish or locate the noncustodial parent and determine legal parentage if paternity has not already been established. This may involve DNA testing coordinated through OCSS Paternity Services. After parentage is con…

To apply for child support in New York City, open a case by completing the New York State online enrollment. · You can also apply in person by submitting the completed enrollment form and the Family Safety Screening form at designated Family Court locations or…

You need to meet all of the following requirements to be able to apply: · You’re eligible for HEAP or have already received it. Please see the “Regular HEAP Benefit” section on OTDA’s website to see its eligibility requirements. · Your household has at least o…

This is a benefit offered by the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) under the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA). Applications open on April 15 this year and end on Augu…

Specialty: Affordable Housing, General Finances · Eligibility: Open to all New Yorkers 18 and older, regardless of immigration status · How to apply: Fill out the online form · Ariva is a nonprofit that aims to advance economic justice and financial inclusion …

Specialty: Student loan debt · Eligibility: Open to New York State residents · How to apply: Call 888-614-5004 or book a virtual counseling session · The Education Debt Consumer Assistance program guides borrowers towards a better understanding of their repaym…