Assistance programs in Georgia
Explore public benefits and assistance resources by the kind of help you need. Agencies decide eligibility and availability.
Find programs for your situationFood assistance
Georgia WIC
Georgia WIC offers food and nutrition support for pregnancy and early childhood. Begin through Georgia Gateway or a local WIC clinic, then complete the clinic’s nutrition asse
SNAP Food Stamps (Georgia Gateway)
Georgia SNAP provides monthly food assistance to eligible households. Apply through Georgia Gateway or a listed alternative, then complete the DFCS telephone interview.
Housing assistance
GeorgiaLegalAid.org (Eviction & Legal Help)
GeorgiaLegalAid directs residents to civil legal help according to their county. Tell the intake provider immediately if you have an eviction notice, court response deadline o
Utility assistance
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Georgia LIHEAP applications are handled by local Community Action Agencies. Ask the agency serving your county about the current heating or cooling intake window before submit
Weatherization Assistance Program (GEFA)
Georgia weatherization services begin with the Community Action Agency serving your county. Eligible homes receive an energy assessment before approved efficiency measures are
Health coverage
Georgia Medicaid
Apply for Georgia Medicaid through Georgia Gateway. The state reviews each applicant’s coverage category and financial circumstances, so different family members may receive d
PeachCare for Kids
PeachCare for Kids is assessed through Georgia’s Medical Assistance application. The state first determines which child-coverage program fits your household; you do not need a
Cash and income support
TANF Cash Assistance
Georgia TANF combines qualifying-family cash assistance with an employment-services component. DFCS assesses the family and any participation requirements.
Unemployment Insurance (GDOL)
Georgia unemployment claims can be filed through the MyUI Claimant Portal or a GDOL career center. After applying, weekly benefit certification and work-search reporting remai
Additional support
2-1-1 in Georgia (United Way Network)
Georgia’s 211 service connects callers with community resources for food, housing, utilities, healthcare and other needs. The United Ways of Georgia directory identifies regio
Program names come from our existing directory. Funding and rules can change; confirm details with the administering agency before applying.