Overview of The Benefit Bank
| The Benefit Bank is currently in use in communities in Arkansas, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Mississippi, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ohio, South Carolina, and Texas. We continue active discussions with state governments, civic organizations and philanthropic coalitions throughout the country with a goal to have services extended to all 50 states. TBB programming varies depending on the state. It is determined by what is funded, applicable, and possible.
Core TBB programming consists of:
Taxes - Federal Taxes
- Earned Income Tax Credit
- Additional Child Tax Credit
- Making Work Pay Credit
- First Time Homebuyer Credit
- Refundable Education Credits
State Taxes
Benefits
- Food Stamps
- State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
- Medical Benefits
- Child Care Subsidies
- Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Voter Registration
The Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA)
The Benefit Bank online service will complete the forms for all benefit and tax applications. TBB will screen for eligibility for most benefits except TANF. For Food Stamps, TBB will also provide a dollar estimate.
The Benefit Bank online service will determine the tax credits a person can claim, including the Earned Income Credit and the Child Tax Credit. Clients can e-file their tax returns.
The Benefit Bank online service will determine the combination of forms that is most beneficial for each household. The agency/county/state providing benefits will always make the final determination about client eligibility.
Voter Registration is available for all states via the National Voter Registration Application
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