Emergency Cash Assistance in New York, NY
One-time emergency funds and short-term financial help. Below are published organizations serving New York — we list how to reach them; each organization decides who it can serve.
Emergency Cash Assistance listings in New York
32 published listings currently match this need in New York.
Tax credit for families with children
Tier BNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP); Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Claim the federal Child Tax Credit and the Empire State Child Tax Credit to get up to $3,200 per child under age four and up to $2,700 per child ages 4 to 16. Confirm eligibility and how to…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceLower your property taxes with the STAR credit
Tier BNYS Department of Taxation (NYS DT); NYC Department of Finance (DOF)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Eligible New York State homeowners can get a STAR credit payment each year to put toward your property taxes. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibilit…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceTax credit for working individuals and families
Tier BNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP); Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Tax credit worth up to $11,000 for qualifying families, noncustodial parents, and individuals who work full time or part time or are self-employed. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on th…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourcePersonal nurses for pregnant people
Tier BNYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Family Services). Get your own personal nurse at no cost. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determination.
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceHelp for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence
Tier BNYC Mayors Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Family Services). Counseling and services are available in all boroughs for survivors of domestic, and gender-based violence. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceReduced MTA fares for eligible riders
Tier BMetropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Reduced MTA fares are available for anyone 65+ or with a qualifying disability. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determination.
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceChild support services
Tier BNYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Family Services). Services and financial support for custodial and noncustodial parents, guardians, and caretakers Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determinati…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceHome visits for first-time parents
Tier BNYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Family Services). First-time parents can get support from a health professional to help with breastfeeding, health and safety tips, and connect to community resources. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceFree financial counseling
Tier BNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Get help with managing your money and improving your financial health. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determination.
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceMoney for heat and utility expenses
Tier BNYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). HEAP helps eligible households meet the cost of heating their homes. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determination.
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceReferrals for long term services and supports
Tier BNYC Department for the Aging (DFTA)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Family Services). Free service to help older adults and people with disabilities remain independent at home and in their community. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligib…
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resourceMoney for funerals due to COVID-19
Tier BFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
NYC Benefits Platform program (Cash & expenses). Up to $9,000 for each funeral related to COVID-19. Confirm eligibility and how to apply on the official NYC page. Not an eligibility determination.
Emergency Cash AssistanceSource: nyc-benefits-platform-v1Checked 2026-07-26Visit this resource
These are verified ways to seek help. Availability, waitlists, and requirements are set by each organization — contact them directly to find out what applies to you.
Three starting points for emergency cash assistance in New York
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