Colorado has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, Health First Colorado, tax credits, and 20+ other Colorado programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Colorado 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 $3,380/mo (family of 4)
Health First Colorado
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
LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Connect for Health Colorado
$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 Colorado results
Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
Apply through official portals
We link you directly to Colorado's official application sites.
Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Colorado programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Colorado residents.
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Colorado has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $81,120/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $29,367/yr
SNAP (SNAP)
Family of 4 earning under $40,560/yr (gross) may qualify
Individual earning under $19,578/yr may qualify
Max benefit: $994/mo (family of 4)
LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($83,256/yr for a family of 4)
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 85% of State Median Income ($117,946/yr for a family of 4)
Colorado Works (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
Connect for Health Colorado
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-855-752-6749
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Colorado Benefits Guides
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Colorado Medicaid Eligibility 2026: Income Limits, How to Apply, and What You Need to Know
Complete guide to Colorado Medicaid eligibility in 2026. Find income limits for Health First Colorado by household size, learn how to apply through Colorado PEAK, and discover if you qualify.
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Colorado?
Colorado residents may qualify for programs including Health First Colorado (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 Health First Colorado in Colorado?
You can apply for Health First Colorado online at https://peak.my.site.com/peak/s/afb-welcome?language=en_US or by calling 1-800-221-3943. Colorado 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 Colorado?
Apply for SNAP online at https://peak.my.site.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US or call 1-800-221-3943. The gross income limit in Colorado is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.