In the United States, economic aid programs have become a lifeline for the finances of thousands of low-income families. Stimulus checks are the ideal program aimed at improving the situation of citizens and helping them cope with rising prices and inflation in the country. They were born out of the COVID-19 pandemic but are maintained with the sole objective of providing assistance to Americans. In some states like California, initiatives have been launched. Specifically, Sacramento County will send out a monthly direct payment of $725.
Under the Family First Economic Support Pilot program, which has been implemented in the aforementioned county, support will be provided to certain eligible families, in order to reduce the crisis and economic inequality affecting many people. To access this program, a series of requirements must be met. If approved, you will receive a stimulus check of $725.
When will I receive this stimulus check?
Applications for the program opened on September 30, 2024, and closed on October 13, 2024. In the next stage, participants will be randomly selected and notified. The $725 benefit will be distributed in mid-December. It’s important to note that this guaranteed income will be disbursed over 12 months through direct deposit into your bank account.
Who can participate in the Family First program?
According to the Sacramento Department of Children, Families, and Adult Services website, the most important requirement is to live in the following ZIP codes: 95815, 95821, 95823, 95825, 95828, 95838.
Regarding financial requirements, applicants must have a household annual income of less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). This income is calculated by adding up the income or wages of all household members.
The 200% FPL income limit will vary depending on the household size (number of adults and children), for example:
- 2 people (i1 adult and 1 child): $40,880
- 3 people (1 adult and 2 children, or 2 adults and 1 child): $51,640
- 4 people: $62,400
- 5 people: $73,160
- 6 people: $83,920
- 7 people: $94,680
- 8 people: $105,440
- For households with more than 8 people, add $10,760 for each additional person.
