Massachusetts has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, MassHealth, tax credits, and 20+ other Massachusetts programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Massachusetts 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)
MassHealth
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
Fuel Assistance / HEAP helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Massachusetts Health Connector
$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
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Basic info about your household and income. No SSN, no documents, no account needed.
See your Massachusetts results
Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
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Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Massachusetts programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Massachusetts residents.
MassHealth (Medicaid)
Massachusetts has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $46,800/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $30,120/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
Fuel Assistance / HEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($78,000/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 50% of State Median Income ($65,000/yr for a family of 4)
TAFDC (Cash Assistance)
Cash assistance for families with children
Lifetime limit: 24 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
Massachusetts Health Connector
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-877-623-6765
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts residents may qualify for programs including MassHealth (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 MassHealth in Massachusetts?
You can apply for MassHealth online at https://www.mahealthconnector.org or by calling 1-800-841-2900. Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
Apply for SNAP online at https://dtaconnect.eohhs.mass.gov or call 1-877-382-2363. Massachusetts 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.