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May 2025 State Stimulus Programs: Who Qualifies for Checks Up to $800

While rumors have swirled about an $800 stimulus check in May 2025, it's important to separate fact from fiction. Although there is no new federal $800 stimulus check approved by Congress, sever...

January 2026 SSI Payment Schedule: When Will You Get Your Check?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are usually sent on the first day of each month. But when that day lands on a weekend or federal holiday, payments are issued earlier to avoid delays. In Janua...

Don’t Miss June’s Cash Relief: $1,702 Checks and $725 Monthly Aid Now Available

From housing rebates to monthly income programs and oil-funded dividends, June 2025 is packed with direct payment opportunities for qualifying Americans. Whether you live in Alaska, Califor...

Still Missing Your $1,400 Stimulus? Here’s How to Find Out If You Qualify

Millions of Americans have already received their $1,400 stimulus checks, but some may still be wondering where their payment is or if they even qualify. If you haven’t received yours, there&...

Social Security Confirms 2.8% COLA Increase for 2026 Beneficiaries

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, increasing benefits for about 75 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Inco...

Equity and Inclusion Grants: Diversifying and Empowering Marginalized Communities

In pursuit of a just world, equity and inclusion are crucial for social progress. Empower marginalized communities and amplify their voices. Equity and inclusion grants support div...

Get a Free iPhone Through SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Section 8, or Veterans Benefits in 2025

Low-income households may be able to get a free or heavily discounted iPhone in 2025, thanks to the federal Lifeline Program. This program helps families stay connected by offering free ...

SSDI Payment Schedule for November 2025: Here’s When Your Disability Check Arrives

As November 2025 approaches, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients can expect their payments to follow the standard Social Security schedule, based primarily on birth da...

Year-End FSA Tips: IRS Has Expanded Eligible Purchases You Didn’t Know About

As the year comes to a close, many Americans with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) face a common problem: what to do with leftover funds before they disappear. Most people know FSAs cover docto...