Washington has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for Basic Food, Apple Health, tax credits, and 20+ other Washington programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Washington residents could qualify for
These are real programs with real dollar amounts. Your results depend on your household, but here's what's available.
Basic Food
Up to $994/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $5,200/mo (family of 4)
Apple Health
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
Washington Healthplanfinder
$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.
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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.
Washington programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Washington residents.
Apple Health (Medicaid)
Washington has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $98,904/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $31,626/yr
Basic Food (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: 150% of FPL ($46,800/yr for a family of 4)
Working Connections Child Care (WCCC)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($84,434/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
Washington Healthplanfinder
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-855-923-4633
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Washington?
Washington residents may qualify for programs including Apple Health (Medicaid), Basic Food (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 Apple Health in Washington?
You can apply for Apple Health online at https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/ or by calling 1-800-562-3022. Washington has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for Basic Food (food stamps) in Washington?
Apply for Basic Food online at https://www.washingtonconnection.org/ or call 1-877-501-2233. Washington 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.