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Apply Now for Rochester’s New Guaranteed Basic Income Program!

The city of Rochester is excited to announce the launch of a pilot guaranteed basic income program. This program aims to provide financial support to households with an income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Applications for the program will be open from Thursday, June 22 to Thursday, June 29.

Program Details:

• A total of 351 lucky individuals will be randomly selected to receive the benefit.
• The first wave of 175 participants will be chosen in July, and the second round will be selected in September.
• Income caps vary based on household size, ranging from $26,973 for single-person households to $93,536 for households with eight members.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old, reside in specific areas of Rochester, and have been a resident for at least one year.

The best part? The extra income is completely “unconditional”! There are no work requirements or restrictions on how the money can be used. It’s a fantastic opportunity to improve your financial situation with no strings attached.

The program is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, with a budget of $2.2 million. The city hopes that this initiative will provide valuable insights into the impacts of a guaranteed income and influence future policy decisions regarding poverty reduction programs.

For more information and to apply, visit the program’s website. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this groundbreaking program!