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2025 Tax Refunds Are Bigger — Here's How They Can Help With Bills, Utilities, and More
Great news for millions of Americans this tax season—the IRS confirms that 2025 tax refunds are averaging $3,382, a 6.3% increase from last year. This boost is mostly thanks to i...
LIHEAP: Offering Help to Those Struggling with Heating Bills
As the cold weather lingers, it serves as a reminder that winter is not yet behind us. While some may have managed to keep their thermostats low these past few months, there are still numerous individuals in Iow...
Utility & Energy Bill Assistance Through Your March 19 Social Security Check
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that on March 19, 2025, thousands of retirees and beneficiaries will receive their monthly Social Security payment—some receiving up to $5...
Elected Officials join forces to Assist Utility Customers with Energy Assistance Applications at GIAC
In an effort to address the financial challenges faced by low-income individuals and families in meeting their utility expenses, elected officials Senator Lea Webb and As...
How to Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills Through State Utility Assistance Programs
Many states offer Utility Discount Programs (UDP) and Energy Assistance Programs (EAP) to help low-income residents reduce their electric, gas, water, and sewer bills. Eligible applica...
Struggling with Utility Bills? You May Qualify for an Extra $967 in SSI
Americans will receive Social Security payments in March and April 2025, and some may qualify for an extra $967 per month through Supplemental Security Income (SSI). With rising utility costs, these b...
Extra $6,710 Social Security Cash in 2025: How Retroactive Payments Can Ease Utility Bills
As millions of Americans receive retroactive Social Security payments averaging $6,710, many beneficiaries may find much-needed financial relief amid rising utility costs. With infla...
How the Golden State Advantage Card Helps Families
The Golden State Advantage (GSA) card is an electronic benefits card designed to assist millions of families with household expenses. It functions like a debit or credit card and is used to access food assistance benefits,...
ACP Ended—Here’s How Low-Income Families Can Still Afford Internet
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial federal initiative that helped millions of low-income families afford internet access, providing monthly credits of up to $30 ($75 for tribal lands) ...
