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Community Grants Awarded for Suicide Prevention Programs in Michigan

Although suicide among young people is thankfully rare, the rate of suicide is likely increasing in 2020. In Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has issued nine grants totaling $650,000 for the pur...

Student Loan Reform: Tips to Prepare Your Finances for Potential Outcomes

While debates about student loan forgiveness and other topics continue to make headlines, borrowers desperately hoping for financial relief and system reform have nothing better to do than wait to see...

Opinion: Expanding Social Security for Teachers and Firefighters Is Long Overdue

The Senate is poised to vote on a transformative piece of legislation that could bring long-awaited fairness to millions of public sector retirees. If passed, the Social Security Fairness Act ...

SSI Checks of $967 Arriving Early on February 28th

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to distribute SSI checks worth $967 to eligible recipients on Friday, February 28, 2025. This payment provides crucial financial support to many low-income individuals, ensur...

State-by-State Breakdown on 2025 Medicaid Eligibility Income Chart

Medicaid is an essential program for low-income individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities. However, eligibility for Medicaid varies by state, marital status, and the type of care you need. In 20...

Federal PPP Loans Now Have More Business-Friendly Terms

Congress has passed, and President Trump has signed, a bill that reforms the Paycheck Protection Program. This large expenditure of federal money has provided funds to small businesses to help them stay afloat during th...

Retirees: IRS Confirms April 1 Deadline for Required Retirement Plan Payments

The IRS has issued an important reminder for retirees: If you turn 73 in 2024, you must start collecting your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your retirement savings plans by April 1, 202...

Beyoncé Offers New Grants for People Facing Eviction During COVID-19

Many people who achieve wealth and fame give a lot back to their communities. Singer Beyoncé is no exception to this rule. She has set up a program to distribute 100 checks in the amount of $5,00...

These Organizations are Providing Significant COVID-19 Relief with Grants

One of the bright spots of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis is the number of companies and organizations that have stepped up to award grants to those in need. Global brands from every corner of the...