The federal shutdown puts nutrition aid for millions of new parents at risk

Nearly seven million pregnant women and young children depend on WIC for healthy foods. Advocates say funding could run out ...

FAFSA forms, launched ahead of shutdown, could be in position for ‘record high’ season

An early launch of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms by the Trump administration may have given the process, which has been marred with trouble the past few cycles, a leg ...
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Financial aid applications open today, with state-based options for undocumented students

Federal and state-based aid can help students pay for tuition and fees, as well as other essentials, offering some an ...

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities expanding Universal Service Fund for those struggling to pay bills

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities expanding Universal Service Fund 02:05. More help is available for New Jersey residents ...
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TANF Is a Vital Resource for People Facing Hardship but Needs to Reach More Families

Key TakeawaysNationally, the ratio of families receiving TANF to families in poverty rose slightly in 2023 but remains low by historical standards.Some state TANF programs serve very few families ...

Navy Federal, USAA open government shutdown assistance programs for federal workers

Navy Federal and USAA are offering zero-interest loans and other financial services to help federal workers during the ...
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Everything you need to know about FAFSA applications

Learn more about the financial aid process and where you can get help filling out the Free Application for Federal Student ...