The Massachusetts Office of Economic Empowerment helps with every stage of your financial journey by providing the tools and knowledge needed to achieve economic security for now and in the future.
Social, Health & Financial Resources
Financial Resources
- FAFSA - Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college.
- Free Tax Preparation - Get free assistance in filing your state and federal taxes through the IRS-approved programs
- Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) - Learn about a free program offered through Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath). The CFO program puts you in charge of creating your own path to economic independence. Work with a coach for up to five years to make a plan to achieve your own goals for yourself and your family.
- Consumer Credit Financial Counseling - We offer private counseling services as well as workshops to help you establish and achieve your financial goals. Access free credit scores and reports, and learn to build your assets and manage debt.
- Free financial advice from financial professionals to help with questions about taxes, debt, budgeting through uAspire and ComPsych
- Reach out to ComPsych today: Phone: 866.615.3045 or 800.697.0353, Online: Guidanceresources.com, App: GuidanceNow, WebID: uAspire
- findyourfunds.org - You could get thousands of dollars in federal tax dollars and COVID payments. You can have no income or low income to get this money. You can apply today, even if you don’t usually file taxes or haven’t filed in the last few years. New rules have made more people eligible for this money!
Social Resources
- DTA/SNAP - food stamps, child care assistance, housing
- MassAbility
- Fuel Assistance programs
- Dress for Success
- Community connections
- Housing Information
- Helping Hand: Resources & Support for Low Income College Students
- Resources & Scholarships for Homeless Students