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Get Help with College Costs: AmeriCorps Education Award
The AmeriCorps Education Award helps people pay for college or trade school after they serve their community. Learn how this award can make your education more affordable.
How Federal TRIO Programs Help Students Get to College
Federal TRIO programs help students from low-income families or whose parents didn’t attend college get ready for higher education with free tutoring, advising, and academic support.
Free After-School Programs at Title I Schools
Many kids can get free after-school care at schools that get special government help, called Title I schools. This guide helps parents understand how these programs work and how to sign up their child.
Social Security Spousal Benefits: Your Guide to Payments
Thinking about Social Security spousal benefits? Learn how these payments work, who can get them, and how to apply for extra money based on your spouse's record.
Help with Adopting: Understanding the Adoption Assistance Program
Adopting a child is a wonderful journey, and financial help is available. Learn about federal and state programs offering money and healthcare for adoptive families.
What Is the Parent PLUS Loan Program? What Parents Need to Know Before Borrowing
Learn about federal Parent PLUS loans for college costs. Understand borrowing limits and repayment responsibilities before you borrow.
Family & Education Benefit Programs That Make a Difference
Learn about child care help, tuition aid, trade school support, and more. This is your guide to family and education benefits all in one place.
How the CCDF Helps You Afford Child Care
The Child Care and Development Fund helps low-income families afford child care. Learn who qualifies, what it pays for, how to apply, and why H.R. 1 has made things harder for families and providers.
Your Complete Guide to Family & Education Benefits
Family and education benefits support you from early childhood through college—WIC, SNAP, CHIP, Medicaid, Child Tax Credit, EITC, Pell Grants, school meals, and childcare subsidies.
Education Benefits for Foster Youth: Ignite Education at Any Stage
Discover key education benefits for foster youth, including scholarships, financial aid, and academic support. Learn how schools and communities can help foster youth succeed.
How to Find and Apply for Local Scholarships
Discover the best strategies for finding and applying for local scholarships. Learn where to search, eligibility criteria, and tips to increase your chances of success in securing financial aid.
Understanding Federal Work-Study — Earning While Learning
Although there are lots of ways to pay for college, Federal Work-Study programs have some distinct advantages. We'll tell you all about them!
Maximizing Education Costs with the Lifetime Learning Credit
The Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) is a great way to lower your tax bill if you’re covering education expenses for yourself, a spouse, or a dependent.
Unlocking Support with IDEA: What Families Need to Know
Every student deserves an education that meets their unique needs, and for students with disabilities, the federal IDEA act makes this possible.
The National School Lunch Program: How it Works
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) helps kids get a nutritious lunch while at school, giving low-income families extra help where needed.
How the Summer Food Service Program Helps Families Through the Summer
Discover how the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) helps families with free, nutritious meals throughout the summer season.
The Federal School Breakfast Program: Starting the Day Right
The Federal School Breakfast Program (SBP) gives low-income families a leg-up at school by providing free and reduced-price breakfasts daily.
Here's How to Save Money with the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
Lower your tax bill with the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. Learn how this tax break can help your family save money.
Navigating FAFSA & Student Loans: Funding Your Education
The FAFSA is the first step to funding your higher education. We'll tell you what the form does, the programs it helps you access, and how to file it.
Unlocking the Door to Education: Understanding Pell Grants
Pell Grants help low-income students with tuition. Learn about eligibility, funding limits, and application details to make a college education possible.