Monthly cash help when you are in need

Cash Assistance | NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)

Short Summary

Cash assistance can help you pay rent, utilities, and other emergency expenses.

Who it may help

This program looks at several things to decide if you are eligible. Some of them include:

  • how much money you earn
  • how much money you receive from benefits
  • how many people live in your house
  • resources like cash or a checking account

What you may need

To apply for Cash Assistance you will need to prove the following:

  • Your identity: such as a photo ID, drivers license, passport, naturalization certificate, or hospital records.
  • Where you live: such as a statement from your landlord, current rent receipt, lease, or mortgage records.
  • Your income (if any): such as a current pay stub, business records, current income tax return, or an Unemployment Insurance Benefit statement.

Check the Cash Assistance document guide to see what else you can use as proof.

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