Previously known as Food Stamps, the Federal SNAP program provides low-income households monthly benefits to purchase food. Income and resource standards vary according to age, health, household size and household expenditures.You or your authorized representative can apply for SNAP either online at https://mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/begin or by completing a New York State-prescribed form manually and mailing it to or dropping it off at the Department of Social Services.Temporary Assistance 274-5348Cash assistance program based on income and resources. Assistance can be issued on an ongoing basis or to meet an emergency need for housing or heat/utilities. Visit the NY State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance website otda.ny.govYou or your authorized representative can apply for Temporary Assistance either online at https://mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/begin or by completing a New York State-prescribed form manually and mailing it to or dropping it off at the Department of Social Services.

Provides emergency financial assistance one time to help pay for fuel, utility, medical bills, etc.

Provides transportation assistance to individuals in order for them to gain/maintain employment. Offers assistance with vehicle repairs, tire replacement, insurance/loan payments, and altnerative methods of transportation.

Provides emergency and regular food, rent, utility and prescriptions assistance to those in need in Owego Village area. Emergency food delivery to anyone 65+ who is housebound or disabled and resides in Owego Village area.

Provides funds to help individuals obtain and retain their employment and to become more employable by removing barriers to adequate transportation. includes auto repair grants, insurance payment grants, registration payment grants.

Provides emergency assistance to individuals and families in need, including low-cost prom attire for teens.

This fund is to help those individuals who are normally self-sufficient and able to take of their own needs, but are unable to do so when a sudden financial emergency arises. Assistance available on a one time basis.

Provides a transportation assistance program designed to support income eligible households in acquiring transportation so adults may maintain employment.Financial assistance with the following: Vehicle repairs Gas cards Vehicle insurance payments Inspection cost Abstract cost Client DMV Registration Case ManagementThese services will target TANF-eligible households who reside in Otsego County and are working at least 20 hours/week or have a letter of hire to work at least 20hours/week.