Practical steps to navigate complex nonprofit and government aid systems. Get strategies for handling rejections, waitlists, and screening questions.

Tired of the 3-6 month rule? Learn how to build an emergency fund that works for your life. Start with your first $400 quick-win, triage high-interest debt, and use our 16 real-life scenarios to set a custom savings goal.

Essential Steps for Recovery, Aid, and Rebuilding After the Wildfire

This article is part of the Emergency Budget Series  that offers strategies on how to manage money during economic downturns, pandemics,...

A directory of government and nonprofit support programs and services for food, housing (also homelessness), education, health, debt and legal services.

Learn how to build a practical, low-cost emergency supply kit for disasters or personal crises (including homelessness). This guide covers essentials for safety, hygiene, shelter, food, and more.