District of Columbia has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, DC Medical Assistance, tax credits, and 20+ other District of Columbia programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What District of Columbia residents could qualify for
These are real programs with real dollar amounts. Your results depend on your household, but here's what's available.
SNAP
Up to $994/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $5,200/mo (family of 4)
DC Medical Assistance
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for adults earning under $43,056/yr (family of 4)
Utility Bill Relief
Up to $1,500/yr
LIHEAP helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
DC Health Link
$400–$800/mo savings
Premium tax credits can significantly reduce monthly health insurance costs
Plus tax credits, childcare subsidies, WIC, SSI, veterans' benefits, and more. Our screener checks 20+ programs at once.
How it works
Three steps. Three minutes. No strings attached.
Answer a few questions
Basic info about your household and income. No SSN, no documents, no account needed.
See your District of Columbia results
Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
Apply through official portals
We link you directly to District of Columbia's official application sites.
Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
District of Columbia programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to District of Columbia residents.
DC Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
District of Columbia has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $101,088/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $48,794/yr
SNAP (SNAP)
Family of 4 earning under $62,400/yr (gross) may qualify
Individual earning under $30,120/yr may qualify
Max benefit: $994/mo (family of 4)
Higher income limits available through Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($118,926/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Subsidy Program
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 300% of FPL ($93,600/yr for a family of 4)
TANF (Cash Assistance)
Cash assistance for families with children
Lifetime limit: 60 months
WIC (Nutrition)
About $80/mo in groceries per participant
For pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5
Income limit: 185% of Federal Poverty Level
DC Health Link
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-855-532-5465
Don't leave money on the table
Most District of Columbia families qualify for at least one program. The screening is free, private, and takes 3 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia residents may qualify for programs including DC Medical Assistance (Medicaid), SNAP (food assistance), LIHEAP energy assistance, childcare subsidies, tax credits like EITC and CTC, and more. Eligibility depends on your household size, income, and other factors. Use our free screener to check all programs at once.
How do I apply for DC Medical Assistance in District of Columbia?
You can apply for DC Medical Assistance online at https://dchealthlink.com or by calling 1-855-532-5465. District of Columbia has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for SNAP (food stamps) in District of Columbia?
Apply for SNAP online at https://districtdirect.dc.gov or call (202) 727-5355. District of Columbia uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 200% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.