When Christmas comes around, people think about those less fortunate than themselves as they prepare for the holidays. Philanthropists make it a habit of giving throughout the year, but if you plan on donating this season or find yourself in need, a charity might help. Some specialize in helping low-income families and other populations during the Christmas season. Here are a few of the best.
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Could You Qualify for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)?
Energy can be one of the biggest expenses depending on where you live and the time of year. Many people aren’t aware they might qualify for assistance through a federal plan, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The benefit can help you pay the bills you have to heat and cool your home and also provides help with “energy-related home repairs.” You may already qualify if you receive other low-income benefits like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP).
Can the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Help Your Family?
The US federal government developed a program that helps low-income families “buy nutritious food” — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) funds SNAP, previously referred to as food stamps, and individual states administer the benefit to give eligible people the means to feed themselves and their families. To qualify, you must meet certain income levels, resource limits, work parameters, and other conditions which may vary by location and year.
Could the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Help You?
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a governmental initiative that allows the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to buy nutritious provisions and supply them to low-income families for free. Although the program doesn’t directly feed the hungry, it furnishes other associations so they can provide for the needy within each state. To receive the assistance, you must meet the state’s criteria, which vary, but center around income, generally at or below 185% of the federal poverty guidelines.