Resources - Financial Education & Assistance

Find programs, learning materials & more in our full resource directory.

Childcare Resources

Find licensed childcare, childcare referral, and financial assistance resources in Massachusetts.

Financial Education & Assistance, Other Resources

SNAP Application Assistance (JVS)

Assistance filing for SNAP benefits provided by JVS Coaches

Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support

Financial Opportunity Center (JVS)

Coaching, Classes and Resources to help secure your financial health

Financial Education & Assistance

Financial Coaching (JVS)

1 on 1 Financial Coaching for building and maintaining a healthy financial future.

Financial Education & Assistance

Retention and Career Development Services

Support employee growth with coaching, mentoring, seminars, and financial education to boost retention and advancement.

Financial Education & Assistance, Labor Market, Talent & Workforce Support

Free Scholarship Search

Find and apply for thousands of scholarships tailored to your goals and background.

College & University, Education, Financial Education & Assistance

FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Apply for grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to fund your college education.

College & University, Education, Financial Education & Assistance

Work Without Limits

Free benefits counseling and employment support for people with disabilities and their employers.

Financial Education & Assistance, Job Search, Networking

Financial Aid

Free financial aid guidance, calculators, and college planning tools for students and families.

College & University, Education, Financial Education & Assistance

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

MA Department of Veterans’ Service

Supports Massachusetts veterans with benefits, services, and resources for healthcare, housing, and employment.

College & University, Education, Financial Education & Assistance

The Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development | Boston

Offers job training, placement programs, and career resources to help Boston residents thrive professionally.

Adult Basic Education (ESL & GED), Education, Financial Education & Assistance

Coming Home Directory

Comprehensive reentry resource for formerly incarcerated individuals in Greater Boston, offering vital support services.

Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance, Other Resources

AAUW WORK SMART

Advancing equity for women & girls by expanding access to higher education & advocating for inclusive policies

Education, Financial Education & Assistance

Benefits.GOV

Formerly a standalone site, now integrated into USA.gov, offering tools to find and apply for over 1,000 federal and state benefits.

Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance

Department of Unemployment Assistance | MA

Manage unemployment claims, file weekly certifications, and access resources through the MyMassGov portal.

Career Change, Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance

Francis House

Provides shelter, meals, healthcare, and job support for people experiencing homelessness.

Financial Education & Assistance, Healthcare, Housing

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

Home Energy Assistance

Get help paying winter heating bills through Massachusetts’ free Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).

Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance, Other Resources

Mortgage Assistance

Explore government-backed loans and programs to help you buy or keep your home.

Financial Education & Assistance, Housing, Other Resources

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

One+ Boston Homebuyer Program

Offers down payment assistance and support to make homeownership affordable in Boston.

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