2026 US Benefits & Housing Eligibility Guide
See in about 2 minutes if you may qualify for food assistance (SNAP) or housing help (Section 8). Free, private, and no paperwork to start.
What you get
- 100% FreeNo fees ever.
- Instant EstimatesAnswers in about 2 minutes.
- Up-to-Date for 2026Current federal requirements.
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.”
“I thought I made too much to qualify. The screener took two minutes and showed I was eligible.”
“Section 8 now help with 70% of my monthly rent. It relieved my daughter a bit from the burden.”
How it works
Simple, private, and clear about where you're going.
- 1Pick a programChoose SNAP (food help) or Section 8 (housing help) or both(one after the other).
- 2Securely connect to a screening partnerYou'll leave this site and open a trusted third-party screening tool that checks your basic eligibility.
- 3See your estimateGet a plain-language result in about 2 minutes. No waiting rooms, no long forms.
Your privacy: This site does not collect or store your personal information. Screening partners handle information under federal privacy regulations.
Food Assistance (SNAP)
See if you may qualify for monthly food assistance.
Check SNAP EligibilitySecure connection to partner screening tool
Housing Help (Section 8)
See if you may qualify for Section 8 housing help.
Check Housing EligibilitySecure connection to partner screening tool
Watch out for scams
Official SNAP and Section 8 programs are free. Real government programs will never:
- Charge a fee to apply or check eligibility.
- Ask for your credit card or bank password.
- Guarantee approval in exchange for money.
Asking for help is smart, not shameful. These programs exist for working families, seniors, and anyone going through a hard stretch.