By now, you must have heard about stimulus check payments in Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, and Virginia. Not to mention the fact that there are several Guaranteed Income Programs going on in the USA.
But what about stimulus checks in California? For your information, in a recent news release from the Department of Social Services in California, there is an important announcement.
The State of California is going to have two Guaranteed Income Programs. These stimulus checks will get funding from the State, unlike previous ones that may have received Federal money.
Where will stimulus checks be available in California?
So, far there are two counties taking part in these payments. The City and County of San Francisco as well as Ventura County will offer the possibility of getting some free money to eligible applicants.
Despite the fact that these are the only two counties to have Guaranteed Income Pilot Programs, there will soon be 5 more joining. The aim of this programs is to deal with poverty.
In this way, the State of California and its citizens can have more equity. Supporting those citizens who need help to pay for their basic needs can be a turning point in their lives.
If you are a former foster youth in the State of California, pay close attention to the following information because you may be interested in learning more about it.
How much could recipients get from these stimulus checks in California?
The Ventura County will have a budget worth $1,538,758. It will be the Human Services Agency the one in charge of administering this money. Actually, there will only be 150 beneficiaries.
California is taking a major step to support former foster youth with the first state-funded Guaranteed Income Pilot Program.
This will give former foster youth additional support and resources to pursue their California dream.https://t.co/mmNJXb5igT
— Office of the Governor of California (@CAgovernor) November 3, 2023
Each applicant must be a former foster youth and they may qualify for a payment worth $1,000. This payment will last for 18 months. Therefore, the total amount of money beneficiaries can receive from this stimulus check is $18,000.
150 Former foster youths will receive $1,200 each month in the City and County of San Francisco. The budget they have is $3,439,090. As you can see, these eligible recipients will get 200 dollars more per month.
So, if you are aging out of foster care in California, make sure you check your eligibility. Getting free money on a regular basis can help these beneficiaries thrive. As usual, the cash they receive has no strings attached, so it is unconditional.
Do not worry if you collect other benefits apart from this stimulus check. This free money does not count as income for CalFresh food assistance, California Work Opportunity, or Medi-Cal among others. Visit CDSS for more details.
