Updated for 2026

2026 US Relief & Housing Eligibility Guide

See in about 2 minutes if you may qualify for food (SNAP) or housing (Section 8) help. Free, private, no paperwork to start.

Secure No cost All 50 states

Food Assistance (SNAP)

See if you may qualify for monthly food assistance.

Check SNAP Eligibility

Secure connection to partner screening tool

Housing Help (Section 8)

See if you may qualify for Section 8 housing help.

Check Housing Eligibility

Secure connection to partner screening tool

100% Free
No fees ever.
Instant Estimates
Answers in about 2 minutes.
Up-to-Date for 2026
Current federal requirements.

How it works

Here's exactly what happens after you tap a button above.

1
You'll be redirected to a trusted partner
Tapping SNAP or Section 8 opens a secure third-party screening tool in a new page.
2
Fill in a short form
Basic info only - first name, ZIP code, household size, and monthly income. No SSN, no bank details.
3
Complete the eligibility check
Answer a few yes/no questions. Make sure you finish all steps so your result can be calculated.
4
See your estimate
Get a plain-language result and next-step instructions for applying in your state.

Real people, real help

Millions of families, seniors, and workers use SNAP and Section 8 every month. Checking is smart, not something to feel bad about.

“Groceries kept getting more expensive. SNAP added about $1740 a month. I stopped skipping meals so my kids could eat.”

— Maria, single mom of two

“I thought I made too much to qualify. The screener took two minutes and showed I was eligible.”

— James, part-time warehouse worker

“Section 8 now help with 70% of my monthly rent. It relieved my daughter a bit from the burden.”

— Rosa, 68, retired

Watch out for scams

Official SNAP and Section 8 programs are free. Real programs will never charge a fee, ask for your bank password, or guarantee approval for money.

No fees to apply
No passwords
No paid approvals