By: Amy Zimmer, Chalkbeat | thecity.nyc This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. New York City families eligible for $120 per child in summer food benefits have just a few more days to apply. As the Sept. 4 application deadline looms, millions of dollars could be left on the table for […]
By: Beverly Moran| theconversation.com President Donald Trump has said the “big, beautiful bill” he signed into law on July 4, 2025, will stimulate the economy and foster financial security. But a close look at the legislation reveals a different story, particularly for low-income people and racial and ethnic minorities. As a legal scholar who studies how taxes increase the […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In 2025, President Donald Trump’s tax proposals are poised to significantly reshape the financial landscape for both low-income individuals and small businesses in the United States. While the administration touts these changes as catalysts for economic growth and competitiveness, a closer examination reveals a complex array of benefits and challenges for […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Divorce is a complex and emotional decision, but for low-income single parents in New York who are separated from their spouses, filing for divorce as soon as possible can be crucial to ensuring stability, financial security, and the well-being of their children. Under New York State Matrimonial Law, remaining in a […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: shu2260 / shutterstock.com New York City, a global symbol of resilience and opportunity, faces deep-rooted challenges in addressing the needs of its vulnerable communities. Amid growing economic inequality, housing insecurity, and healthcare disparities, low-income families, immigrants, elderly residents, and others face systemic barriers to stability and prosperity. Addressing […]