Can I qualify based on my income instead of a program?
IN THIS ARTICLE
Yes — you can qualify with proof of household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, even if you don’t participate in a program.
Accepted proof of income
- Prior-year state or federal tax return
- Three consecutive months of recent pay stubs
- Social Security or other benefit statement
- Unemployment or Veterans benefits statement
How the income limit works
The 135% limit is based on your household size — the more people in your household, the higher the qualifying income limit.
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