Apply for up to $2,000 in financial assistance
The Somerville Cares Fund 2.0
Do you need assistance paying for things like food, clothing, utilities, childcare, or transportation? The Somerville Cares Fund 2.0 can help!
The City of Somerville is Partnering with CAAS to create the Somerville Cares Fund 2.0. This fund provides up to $2,000 of direct financial assistance to households for a wide range of needs, including food, clothing, utilities, childcare, and other necessities.
Am I Eligible?
You’re eligible to apply if:
Your household receives other public benefits like: Masshealth; TANF; SNAP; free or reduced lunch; Medicare Part D subsidies; SSI; Head Start; Section 8; fuel assistance; or
You earn less than 65% of the Area Median Income (AMI); and
You’re currently a resident of Somerville
Immigration status does not impact your eligibility. Undocumented residents are welcome to apply for assistance.
Types of Assistance
This funding can be used for a variety of needs, including: Food, clothing, utilities, and other necessities; Health care costs, such as medication; Transportation and car expenses, such as gas or repairs, and; Childcare assistance.
Funds will be distributed in the form of a $500 check for each adult in the household, with a maximum amount of $2,000. CAAS can provide resources on cashing the check if it is a barrier to accessing these funds.
Note: This fund cannot be used for housing assistance. If you are in need of housing assistance, please fill out our form here. (En Español) and (Em Português)
To Apply
Complete the application on this page, filling in as much information as possible to begin the process.
You’ll need documents that show proof of age, address, and enrollment in a public benefit program such as SNAP, MassHealth, HeadStart or documents verifying your income. We will also ask for documentation of the change in your income or expenses and a copy of the bill(s) for which you are requesting assistance.
Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the high volume of responses being received, Please allow up to thirty (30) business days for a response.
Additional information
Assistance is available as part of a limited funding opportunity from the state. We will continue accepting applications until September 30, 2024, or until funding runs out. These funds will not be replenished, so apply as soon!
Please email somervillecares@caasomerville.org or call 617-875-3687 with questions about the Fund or for assistance with this application.