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Sample Government Federal Benefits
- By Ross Elm
- Published 02/14/2007
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Here are just a few resources:
American Council of Young Political Leaders
You must be an elected official who is either under the age of 41 years or interested in traveling outside the 50 states. The purpose of this program is to enable emerging political leaders in the US to experience the political and cultural dynamics of other countries. Write to: American Council of Young Political Leaders, 1612 K Street NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006. You may call American Council of Young Political Leaders at (202) 857-0999.
American Jazz Masters Fellowships
You must be a US citizen of permanent resident with current or past experience as a published writer/poet. Fellowships enable recipients to set aside time for writing and general career advancement. http;//www.arts.gov/grants/apply/Lit04/Litindex.html You may call National Endowment for the Arts at (202) 682-5034.
Annual Credit Report
Congress required the three major credit agencies to provide citizens with a free credit report once a year. The rollout took 10 months but now everyone in American can go to this site and request their report, which is critical for heading off identity theft or other mischief that could ruin a person's credit score. Visit www.annualcreditreport.com
Apply Online for Social Security Benefits
Learn how to fill out an online application, how your personal information is protected, who can apply online and more. Write to: Consumer Information Catalog, PO Box 100, Pueblo, CO 81002.
Architectural Barriers Act Enforcement
You must claim that you have been denied housing or
financial assistance due to discrimination. http;//www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/disabilities/sect504.cfm Write to: Office of Fair Hosuing and Equal Opportunity, 451 7th St SW Room 5240, Washington, DC 20410. You may call Office of Fair Hosuing and Equal Opportunity at (202) 708-2333.
Armed Forces Benefits
Must have been in active military for at least 24 months and you must be a taxpayer who is interested in receiving tax information and tax preparation. http://www.irs.gov/publicaotins/p3/index.html Write to: IRS, 1111 Constitution AV NW, Washington, DC 20224.
Assitance to Toture Victims
You must be a victim of torture and a legal alien. Provides support for domestic centers and programs for victims of torture. http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/orr
Barry Goldwater Scholarship Program
You must be a US national citizen or legal alien who is a current or prospective student. Student must be nominated by his or her college or university using the official nomination materials provided to each institution. http://www.act.org/goldwater
Basic FHA Loan Home Mortgage Insurance HUD/FHA
You must be a current or perspective homeowner who is refinancing an existing mortgage. Helps individuals buy a single family home. While HUD does not lend money directly to buyers to purchase a home, FHA approved lenders make loans through a number of FHA insurance programs. http://www.hud.gov/buying/index.cfm
Benefits Check Up
Benefits Check up is a free, confidential service provided by the national Council on Aging for people 55 and over and their caregivers. This comprehensive on line service tells people about benefits which they quality as well as where and how to apply. http//www.benefitscheckup.org/
American Council of Young Political Leaders
You must be an elected official who is either under the age of 41 years or interested in traveling outside the 50 states. The purpose of this program is to enable emerging political leaders in the US to experience the political and cultural dynamics of other countries. Write to: American Council of Young Political Leaders, 1612 K Street NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006. You may call American Council of Young Political Leaders at (202) 857-0999.
American Jazz Masters Fellowships
You must be a US citizen of permanent resident with current or past experience as a published writer/poet. Fellowships enable recipients to set aside time for writing and general career advancement. http;//www.arts.gov/grants/apply/Lit04/Litindex.html You may call National Endowment for the Arts at (202) 682-5034.
Annual Credit Report
Congress required the three major credit agencies to provide citizens with a free credit report once a year. The rollout took 10 months but now everyone in American can go to this site and request their report, which is critical for heading off identity theft or other mischief that could ruin a person's credit score. Visit www.annualcreditreport.com
Apply Online for Social Security Benefits
Learn how to fill out an online application, how your personal information is protected, who can apply online and more. Write to: Consumer Information Catalog, PO Box 100, Pueblo, CO 81002.
Architectural Barriers Act Enforcement
You must claim that you have been denied housing or
Armed Forces Benefits
Must have been in active military for at least 24 months and you must be a taxpayer who is interested in receiving tax information and tax preparation. http://www.irs.gov/publicaotins/p3/index.html Write to: IRS, 1111 Constitution AV NW, Washington, DC 20224.
Assitance to Toture Victims
You must be a victim of torture and a legal alien. Provides support for domestic centers and programs for victims of torture. http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/orr
Barry Goldwater Scholarship Program
You must be a US national citizen or legal alien who is a current or prospective student. Student must be nominated by his or her college or university using the official nomination materials provided to each institution. http://www.act.org/goldwater
Basic FHA Loan Home Mortgage Insurance HUD/FHA
You must be a current or perspective homeowner who is refinancing an existing mortgage. Helps individuals buy a single family home. While HUD does not lend money directly to buyers to purchase a home, FHA approved lenders make loans through a number of FHA insurance programs. http://www.hud.gov/buying/index.cfm
Benefits Check Up
Benefits Check up is a free, confidential service provided by the national Council on Aging for people 55 and over and their caregivers. This comprehensive on line service tells people about benefits which they quality as well as where and how to apply. http//www.benefitscheckup.org/