Find Federal & State Available Funds
Did you know that, according to the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA), 1 in 8 people in the U.S. are sitting on unclaimed assets, averaging $1,000 each? Exploring this opportunity could significantly boost your finances with free money waiting just for you.
Are You Suffering From Economic Hardship?
Did you know: Most assistance programs for food and nutrition are administered at the state and local level but there are some national websites with information on how to find the right program tailored for your financial needs.
Here are some links to help you put food on the table:
The Hardest Hit Fund was established during the housing crisis that began in 2007 and is still administered today. That Housing crisis led to unprecedented home price declines as well as sustained and higher unemployment in certain parts of the country. Families in these areas have been particularly hard hit by this crisis as they have struggled to make their monthly mortgage payments and grappled with deeply underwater mortgages. The HHF provides $7.6 billion to the 18 hardest hit states, plus the District of Columbia, to develop locally-tailored programs to assist struggling homeowners in their communities. (HHF)
Provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children. TANF provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses other than medical. (TCA)
Educational and Career Counseling offers assistance in evaluating your vocational interests, skills, and strengths, exploring potential career paths, providing advice on maximizing VA benefits and resources for educational and professional achievements, overcoming obstacles that may hinder progress in training or employment, and formulating objectives for educational programs. (ECC)
Program is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency. States receive block grants to design and operate programs that accomplish one of the purposes of the TANF program. (TANF)
APHSA pursues excellence in health and human services by supporting state and local agencies, informing policymakers, and working with partners to drive innovative, integrated, and efficient solutions in policy and practice. (APHSA)
Where To Find Unclaimed Money
The good news is that there are billions of dollars in unclaimed property, some of which might be yours. The bad news is that the state and federal governments aren’t going to tell you about it. So how can you claim what’s rightfully yours?
Here are your best options:
State Websites – Many states manage and maintain their own unclaimed property databases, while other states work hand-in-hand with NAUPA (National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators). There you can search for your name and the names of your relatives and friends and find lost funds.
National Websites – If you are searching to find unclaimed property that falls under specific branches or departments of government or private institutions, some maintain their own national databases. Examples of this would be unclaimed tax refunds from the IRS, Bank or Credit Union failures, FHA – Insurance Refunds, matured savings bonds, and foreign claims
