Native Americans who are living in Georgia will find plenty of grant resources if they have a financial need. Whether they need assistance in the form of cash, food, utility bill payment help, or something else, there are numerous programs offered through the federal and state government. There are also local organizations that provide grants and assistance to Native Americans who are in need. The program requirements vary, so it is important to see what each one requires for approval and what the application process entails. Some programs, such as those that offer boxes of food and free hot meals, may not require any type of verification or application process.
Housing assistance for Native Americans:
Native Americans who live in the state of Georgia will be able to find low income housing options, as well as assistance through the federal program known as HUD (Housing of Urban Development). To qualify for the program you will need to apply and demonstrate that you have a financial need, and that you are a citizen or permanent resident. The HUD program helps people find affordable housing through the Section 8 program, as well as helps people with rent payments, home purchases, and making home repairs. Native Americans in Georgia can get assistance with paying their rent, avoiding foreclosure, and finding homeless resources through the HUD programs that are offered. You will need to contact the Georgia HUD office to get information regarding applying for the programs that are offered.
Energy grants for Native Americans:
There are several energy grant programs in place in Georgia for Native Americans who need assistance. The programs help pay for utility bills so that low income families are able to have heat. The HEAT (Heating Energy Assistance Team) offers a program that is statewide. In order to qualify, you have to meet income requirements, have a household member who is responsible for paying the bill, be a citizen, qualified alien, or permanent resident, and you have to have received a disconnection notice or need to restore service notification. The state of Georgia also offers a program through the Division of Family and Children Services, called the Regular Home Energy Assistance program. Like the other program, you have to meet income requirements, be responsible for paying the bill, and be a citizen or legal alien.
Food assistance for Native Americans:
There are several food grant programs that Native Americans in Georgia can apply for. The federal SNAP (Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program) is available to Native Americans. To qualify for the SNAP program, you have to meet income requirements and be a citizen or legal alien. Once approved, you will receive a grant each month that can be used to purchase food. Native Americans in Georgia can also get food grants from the program referred to as WIC (Women, Infant & Children). The program requires you to be pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum up to six months, or have children who are ages five and under. The program provides special grants to purchase specific food items, such as bread, cereal, juice, peanut butter, milk, and eggs. Native Americans can also get free hot meals and boxes of food through the Georgia Food Bank Association. Find your local food bank and contact them directly for help.
Cash grants for Native Americans:
Native Americans in Georgia who are in need of cash grants will find that they can get assistance through the federal welfare program. The program is referred to as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. The program provides those who qualify with a monthly cash grant that does not have to be paid back, and can be used for covering living expenses. To qualify, you have to fill out the application, be low income, and have children under the age of 18 (or have a child 18 who is in school full time). Those interested in the program will need to apply at their local Department of Family and Children Services office.
Healthcare assistance for Native Americans:
Native Americans who need healthcare assistance can apply for the federally-funded program called Medicaid. The program is open to anyone with low income, who is a citizen or legal alien. The program provides healthcare assistance for seeing doctors, dentists, specialists, and hospital visits. To apply, you can call visit your local Department of Family and Children Services office.
Links to assistance programs for Native Americans in Georgia:
- Afterschool care grant assistance
- Teen program to help transition to adulthood
- Emergency Food Assistance Program
- Free health clinic in Atlanta
- Georgia education grants
- Transportation assistance
- Georgia free preschool program
- Childcare assistance grants
- Emergency financial assistance
- Housing and homelessness help
- Grants to help with basic needs
- Low or no cost dental clinics