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Banking, taxes, and money management
Know your rights and protections
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Official government programs and assistance for workers
Free, confidential help with bills, food, housing, and more. Call or text 211 anytime.
Visit siteAnswer a few questions to find government programs you may qualify for.
Visit siteSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps eligible people buy food.
Visit siteFree career exploration, training, and job search resources from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Visit siteOfficial benefits website to find government benefits you may be eligible to receive.
Visit siteFree job training, education, and employment services through local workforce centers.
Visit siteFree career services, job listings, and training programs at local workforce centers.
Visit siteGet certified to access higher-paying positions
Industry-standard food safety certification. $15-18 for Food Handler, unlocks hospitality roles.
Visit siteAlcohol service certification. $38-55, often required for bartending. Can increase pay $5-10/hr.
Visit siteOSHA 10 & 30 hour certifications. $25-89, adds $1-3/hr for warehouse and industrial roles.
Visit siteForklift certification typically $60-150, increases pay by $3-5/hr in warehouse roles.
Visit siteFirst Aid/CPR certification. $25-90, valuable across industries and for personal safety.
Visit siteMicrosoft Office certification validates Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills. $100-150 per exam.
Visit siteProfessional certificates in IT Support, Data Analytics, Project Management. Financial aid available.
Visit siteHealth insurance and medical resources for workers
Find ACA marketplace plans with subsidies based on income. Open enrollment Nov-Jan.
Visit siteCheck if you qualify for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid.
Visit siteFind affordable healthcare services near you, regardless of ability to pay.
Visit siteFind free clinics, prescription assistance, and healthcare savings programs.
Visit siteDatabase of patient assistance programs for affordable prescription medications.
Visit siteBanking, taxes, and money management tools
Free mileage and expense tracking app designed for gig workers. Also helps find health insurance.
Visit siteZero-based budgeting app great for irregular income. 34-day free trial.
Visit siteCompare financial products, calculators, and educational content on personal finance.
Visit siteNo-minimum IRAs with excellent low-cost index funds. Easy to open and manage.
Visit siteNo-fee banking with early direct deposit. Good option for workers without traditional bank accounts.
Visit siteFree service to boost credit score by adding utility and phone payments to credit history.
Visit siteFree credit monitoring, score tracking, and personalized financial recommendations.
Visit siteKnow your rights and workplace protections
Information on minimum wage, overtime, and worker rights. File complaints for wage theft.
Visit siteProtects workers' rights to organize and ensures fair labor practices.
Visit siteFile complaints for workplace discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, etc.
Visit siteOfficial DOL guide to work hours, overtime, and leave requirements.
Visit siteAdvocacy and resources for gig workers, including know your rights information.
Visit siteFree courses and skill development platforms
Audit most courses for free. Skills in business, tech, and personal development.
Visit site100% free education in math, finance, economics, and more. Great for skill building.
Visit siteProfessional courses on soft skills, business, and technology. Free trial available.
Visit siteFree online courses with certificates. Workplace skills, health & safety, and more.
Visit siteFree courses from top universities. Professional certificates available for a fee.
Visit siteFree courses on digital marketing, data, and career development from Google.
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