Florida has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, Medicaid, tax credits, and 20+ other Florida programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Florida 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)
Medicaid
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for children in families earning under $65,832/yr
Utility Bill Relief
Up to $1,500/yr
LIHEAP helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Healthcare.gov
$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 Florida results
Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
Apply through official portals
We link you directly to Florida's official application sites.
Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Florida programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Florida residents.
Medicaid (Medicaid)
Florida has not expanded Medicaid for all adults. Coverage is available for children, pregnant women, and people with disabilities.
Children: families earning under $65,832/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $29,518/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 ($61,837/yr for a family of 4)
School Readiness
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 55% of State Median Income ($56,684/yr for a family of 4)
TCA (Cash Assistance)
Cash assistance for families with children
Lifetime limit: 48 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
Healthcare.gov
Federal marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-800-318-2596
Don't leave money on the table
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Florida?
Florida residents may qualify for programs including Medicaid (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 Medicaid in Florida?
You can apply for Medicaid online at https://myaccess.myflfamilies.com or by calling 1-866-762-2237. Florida has not expanded Medicaid. Children may qualify up to 211% FPL and pregnant individuals up to 196% FPL.
How do I apply for SNAP (food stamps) in Florida?
Apply for SNAP online at https://myaccess.myflfamilies.com or call 1-866-762-2237. Florida 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.