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New Orleans Distributes Grants to Bars, Clubs in 2021

The entertainment, restaurant and hospitality industries were hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and its related closures. Several rounds of federal funding have been distributed to states, and now states are distributing ...

Can You Get $20 an Hour in California Fast Food Jobs? What Workers Need to Know in 2025

California’s $20 minimum wage for fast food workers is now in effect, but it doesn’t apply to everyone. Here’s a clear, quick guide to see if you qualify and what step...

More Than 400,000 Student Loan Borrowers Impacted by Incorrect Monthly Payments

Recent news reveals an unsettling discovery for those grappling with the weight of student loans: more than 400,000 student loan borrowers have been victims of erroneous monthly payment calculat...

Personal Grants: All You Need to Know before Applying

Personal grants are monetary aids given by the federal government and non-profits to individuals facing financial challenges. You can apply the grants for personal use and bills and in any other situation that requires...

Can You Double Up on Social Security and Unemployment Benefits? Here’s the Answer

Losing a job can create serious financial stress, especially for older adults who also rely on Social Security. A common question is: Can you get both unemployment benefits and Social Secur...

HHS Expands Access to Affordable Health Insurance Through Hardship Exemptions

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued new hardship exemption guidance that expands access to affordable catastrophic health insurance plans. This change helps American...

$1,000 Grants to be Awarded to 15 Kentucky Restaurants

With millions of Americans receiving their stimulus money this week, some aspects of the economy are starting to rebound. Many businesses are starting to witness an uptick in their business, especially with local groc...

CARES Act Grants to College Students Have Been Held Up

The CARES Act made provisions to help college students who were affected by COVID-19. However, like many programs that were a part of the stimulus package, these educational grant programs have been plagued with difficul...

Personal Grants Application Requirements for Higher Qualifying Chances

When the government or private organizations announce available funding opportunities, they receive millions of applications from interested individuals. That makes the process quite competitive, and y...