Grants for Women in NYC

Are you living in New York City and wondering if there are any grants available that can help you financially? Not to worry, we have rounded up the top programs for women in your city. Read on to learn more and see if any are the right fit for you.

Food Bank for New York City

If you find yourself in a place where ends just aren’t meeting, the Food Bank for New York City is an organization which coordinates to help. You can visit the website to find soup kitchens, SNAP enrollment sites, food pantries, and even free tax assistance near you. Click here to learn more.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP is program that helps low-income people living in New York and across the country by providing them with free food. You must meet eligibility requirements to qualify and the amount you get depends on the number of people in your household and your income. If approved, you will get an EBT card which can be used like a debit card to buy food. SIngle mothers in New York with two children can get up to $383 per month. Find out if you qualify here.

New York Family Assistance (FA)

This federal program provides temporary cash assistance to families in need in New York City. You must have a child under the age of 18 and must comply with federal work requirements to to receive these benefits. Single mothers with two children and no income can get up to $789 per month in New York City. Learn more here.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA)

SNA is a New York state program which provides help to individuals who are single, couples without chidlren, and families that are not getting benefits through FA. The money is meant to be used for basic living expenses. Learn more about SNA here.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

New York also has a Tuition Assitance Program (TAP) which helps students in need to pay for tuition at a post-secondary institution that is approved. The money provided is a grant so does not need to be paid back and can be as high as $5,000. Apply for TAP by filling out the FAFSA.

Aid for Part-time Studies (APTS)

APTS is a program for eligible students in New York who are enrolled part-time in an approved university. Awards can be as high as $2,000 but will not exceed the cost of tuition. The application is separate from the FAFSA and is solely for the APTS.

Section 8 Housing Vouchers

If you are having trouble affording your rent in New York City, you can apply for the Section 8 Housing Assistance Program. If approved, you will receive a housing voucher that covers part of your monthly rental payment. Learn more.

Help with Childcare

Are your childcare costs out of control? Check out the Administration for Child Services (ACS) to find out if you qualify for subsidized childcare. Generally, families that make less than 200% of the State Income Standard in New York will qualify. See if you are eligible here.

Healthcare Assistance (Medicaid)

If you can’t afford health insurance, New York Medicaid may be able to help. It is healthcare coverage for those who can’t afford it otherwise. The eligibility threshold in New York has been expanded so citizens from the age of 19 to the age of 65 who have income up to 133% of the poverty level can qualify. You can apply for Medicaid through the New York marketplace NY State of Health.

Cell Phone and Service

Cell phones are no longer a luxury. Many people don’t have homes anymore phone so cell phones are the only way to stay in touch with others. If you need a phone and service but cannot afford them, you may be able to get both for free. Lifeline is a federal program and you will automatically qualify if you are enrolled in Medicaid, SNAP, or Section 8. Learn more and apply here.

If you are a woman struggling to make ends meet in the big apple, you are not alone. It is an expensive city and it can be hard. However, grants have funded many programs designed to help. Check the above options out to see if any of them can provide the assistance you need. They may be able to help you get back on your feet and move forward with life.