Financial Resources

Tax Questions? Dial 2-1-1

Dial 2-1-1 for additional resources and to find a free tax site near you or click here for a list of Campaign for Working Families locations

Individual Development +Accounts (IDA)

The Lubert IDA Program is a savings program that helps working individuals save for post-secondary education or their first home; assets that will help secure their long-term financial stability and security.

JOIN (Job Opportunity Investment Network)

United Way is a partner in the JOIN Collaborative, a partnership created to address the workforce crisis in our region. JOIN acts as the “matchmaker” between industry and the workforce, leading partnerships that train low-wage workers for high-demand, available positions.

Health Resources: FamilyWize Partnership

United Way has partnered with FamilyWize to provide free prescription discount cards across the region. FamilyWize cards immediately lower the cost of prescriptions for people without insurance or who take medications not covered by their plan. Discounts vary, but on average, card holders receive significant savings.

Homestead Exemption

The Homestead Exemption offers Real Estate Tax savings to all Philadelphia homeowners by reducing the taxable portion of their property assessment by $45,000. Learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded. For more information and eligibility criteria, click on the link above.

Senior Property Tax Freeze

Senior Water Discount

If you are a senior citizen you may be entitled to a discount on your water/sewer bills. You must, however, be 65 years of age or older and your annual combined income for you, your spouse and all members of your household cannot exceed $32,300. You may file the application based on income for the prior calendar year. Click the link above to fill out your application today!

ACA (Affordable Care Act)

The Affordable Care Act put in place comprehensive health insurance reforms that have improved access, affordability, and quality in health care for Americans. Click here to learn about the law, how to get coverage, and how it has helped people across the country.

The Octavius Catto Scholarship

Designed to put more Philadelphians on the path to success at Community College of Philadelphia, the Octavius Catto Scholarship aims to make the transformative power of education available to students by providing funding and additional supports. Eligible first-time, full-time students will receive funding for up to three years, enhanced coaching and advising, and support for food, transportation and books. To become a Catto Scholar, new, first-time Community College of Philadelphia students must: Have a high school diploma, Commonwealth Diploma or GED; be a Philadelphia resident for at least 12 months; complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) each year and document an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $8,000 or less; enter college ready or one level below college ready in English and/or Math. If you are eligible, click here to Apply Today.