🔍 101 underused programs — fully free, fully public
Free programs and benefits
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Tax-funded and nonprofit programs most people never find — VITA tax prep, FQHC health centers, MissingMoney, Hill-Burton hospital aid, and 97 more.
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Free services catalogued
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Cost to search
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Service categories
47M
Americans eligible for VITA alone
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Every program is free. Every listing is verified.
Tax Help
Free filing, credits, and refund guidance via VITA and more.
Health Access
FQHCs, hospital charity care, and low-cost care options.
Financial Recovery
Unclaimed property, MissingMoney, and benefits support.
Food & Nutrition
SNAP, food banks, WIC, and school meal programs.
Housing & Utilities
Rental help, LIHEAP energy assistance, and emergency shelter.
Legal Aid
Free civil legal help for eviction, benefits, and family law.
Veterans Services
VA benefits, pension programs, and veteran-only assistance.
Education & Youth
Head Start, Every Kid Outdoors, tutoring, and scholarships.
Childcare
Subsidized childcare, Head Start, and after-school programs.
Employment
Job training, resume help, apprenticeships, and placement.
Disability Support
SSI, SSDI, accommodation aids, and adaptive equipment.
Recreation
National park passes, youth sports, and free cultural events.
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Billions go unclaimed every year.
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