Resources - Low Income Individuals & Families
Find programs, learning materials & more in our full resource directory.
How To Build Credit & Improve Your Score
Did you know that many employers request access to your credit report as part of their standard job application and…
Childcare Resources
Find licensed childcare, childcare referral, and financial assistance resources in Massachusetts.
Financial Education & Assistance, Other Resources
Professional Attire Resources
Resources for free interview & work attire.
General Assistance, Job Search, Other Resources
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Provides part-time job training for older adults to help them re-enter the workforce in Massachusetts.
Career Change, Education, Job Search
MA Department of Transitional Assistance
Offers assistance for food, shelter, and financial support programs to low-income Massachusetts residents.
Career Change, Financial Education & Assistance, Other Resources
Low-Cost Computer
Purchase a new Dell or Chromebook for $149.99 through Comcast’s Internet Essentials program.
General Assistance
Assurance Wireless: Free Cell Phones for Qualifying Households
Provides eligible low-income households with a free smartphone, monthly data, unlimited texts, and voice minutes.
Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance
Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Public Housing
Streamlined online portal to apply for state-funded public housing and rental assistance statewide.
Financial Education & Assistance, Housing, Other Resources
Mass.gov Resources for Rent Assistance
Explore state and federal programs offering rental help, vouchers, and emergency support.
Financial Education & Assistance, Housing, Other Resources
Mortgage Assistance
Explore government-backed loans and programs to help you buy or keep your home.
Financial Education & Assistance, Housing, Other Resources
Food For Free
Fresh, free groceries delivered with dignity to households across Massachusetts.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, Other Resources
Boston Food Not Bombs: free groceries
Grab free groceries and meals—no ID, no requirements, just community support.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, Other Resources
Getting SNAP
Step-by-step guidance to apply for SNAP and get the food benefits you deserve.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, Other Resources
Office of Housing Stability
Helps Boston residents find, keep, or stabilize housing during challenging times through eviction support and legal resources.
Housing, Other Resources
Services for those Experiencing Homelessness
Access shelter, housing help, and essential services for individuals and families in need.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, Housing
Metrolist – Find housing based on income
Easily search affordable housing options in Boston tailored to your income level.
Housing, Other Resources
Barrier Buster Housing Resources at St. Francis House
Connect directly for personalized housing help and barrier removal support services.
Financial Education & Assistance, Housing
One+ Boston Homebuyer Program
Offers down payment assistance and support to make homeownership affordable in Boston.
Financial Education & Assistance, Housing, Other Resources
Project Bread FoodSource Hotline
Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline connects people to food assistance programs and local resources quickly.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance
Bank on Boston – checking/savings
Start managing money with a safe account. Connect with trusted partners through this local initiative.
Financial Education & Assistance
Bank on Boston Access Map
Explore Boston’s financial map showing safe banking access and areas with costly alternatives.
Financial Education & Assistance