Providence secures $1.1 million to provide cash payments to eligible residents
PROVIDENCE, RI (WLNE) – The city of Providence says it has secured $1.1 million to provide regular cash payments to eligible residents.
It’s called the Providence Guaranteed Income pilot program.
A city spokesperson says 110 residents living at or under 200% of the federal poverty level are eligible to apply for the opportunity to receive $500 a month for 12 months.
|
Household Size |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
|
200% of Federal Poverty Level |
$25,760 |
$34,840 |
$43,920 |
$53,000 |
$62,080 |
$71,160 |
$80,240 |
$89,320 |
Applications will be collected online and through the mail from Aug. 15-21, with money expected to start going out in October.
