URIDA lists 76 programs for people in Arizona: 61 from government agencies, 15 from nonprofits, foundations, utilities and other private groups. Each one was checked against its official page. Some serve only part of the state, and dates and rules change, so look on the official page before you apply.
URIDA is not a government agency. Each program's operator takes applications and decides eligibility.
People who live in Arizona, are at least 60 years old, and have household income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level (e.g. household of 2: $28,132 per year)
Senior Center Meals (City of Phoenix Human Services)
Run by City of Phoenix Human Services Department (Phoenix Senior Centers)
Who it is for
Phoenix Senior Center members; meals are contribution-based (suggested minimum $2.50) for members 60+ or disabled and cost $5 each for members 18-59; guests and visitors may attend a limited number of times at full price.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) (Arizona DES)
Who it is for
Households in Arizona whose total gross income does not exceed 185% of the Federal Poverty Level (e.g. household of 2: $40,034 per year); congregate (soup kitchen) meals have no formal eligibility requirement.
Emergency Home Repair Program (Maricopa County Housing & Community Development)
Who it is for
Low- to moderate-income homeowners (at or below 80% AMI, e.g. $89,900 for 4 people, effective June 1, 2026) who have owned and lived in the home 1 year, in the county service area (not Avondale, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe)
Emergency Housing and Utilities Assistance (City of Phoenix Human Services, Crisis Assistance and Social Services)
Who it is for
City of Phoenix residents in a crisis situation ('certain exemptions may apply'); services include eviction prevention, move-in assistance and emergency utility assistance.
Rental Assistance (Maricopa County Human Services Department)
Who it is for
Maricopa County residents living outside the cities of Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix whose household had a crisis event (reduction or loss of income, unexpected expenses, or danger to health and safety) and who are past due on rent.
Short-Term Crisis Services (STCS) Program (Arizona DES)
Who it is for
Arizona residents with a child under 18 who is a US citizen or qualified legal resident and total gross household income not exceeding 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (150% for households with seniors 60+ or persons with disabilities)
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) (Arizona DES)
Who it is for
Arizona households that need help paying energy-related utilities, meet citizenship or immigration requirements, and are under the income limit (e.g. household of 4: $5,647 monthly gross); DES Nutrition or Cash Assistance households are categorically eligible.
SRP customers with an account in their name at their permanent residence, with monthly household income at or below the listed guidelines: 0%-150% FPL gets a $35 monthly credit, 151%-200% FPL a $10 monthly credit (e.g. 4 people: $4,125 / $5,500)
Weatherization Assistance Program (City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services)
Who it is for
Eligible Phoenix homeowners and renters who meet the current household income limits (1 person $31,920; 2 $43,280; 3 $54,640; 4 $66,000; 5 $77,360; add $11,360 per additional member)
AHCCCS members in Arizona (most get behavioral health services through their AHCCCS Complete Care plan); ACC-RBHAs and TRBHAs serve individuals determined to have a Serious Mental Illness (SMI); crisis services are available to any Arizonan regardless of insurance.
KidsCare - Arizona's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Who it is for
Arizona residents under age 19 who are U.S. citizens or qualified immigrants, under the income limit (e.g. family of 4: $6,188 monthly), not covered by other health insurance and not eligible for AHCCCS (Medicaid) coverage.
Well Woman HealthCheck Program (WWHP) (Arizona Department of Health Services)
Who it is for
Women who are Arizona residents, uninsured or underinsured, without Medicare Part B, not enrolled in AHCCCS, with income at or below 250% FPL (e.g. household of 1: $31,900 a year); breast screening ages 40 - 64 (21+ with symptoms), cervical screening 21 - 64.
Run by Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES)
Who it is for
Needy families in Arizona: countable income may not exceed 100% of the federal poverty level (130% when a non-parent relative requests Cash Assistance only for dependent children); adults have a 12-month Arizona limit and a 60-month federal lifetime limit.
Crime Victim Compensation Program (Maricopa County Attorney's Office)
Who it is for
Crime victims and their families with crime-related expenses such as medical, mental health, funeral, crime scene clean up, and wage loss (Maricopa County program); it does not cover property loss, pain and suffering, relocation, or rental/mortgage/utility expenses.
Unclaimed Property (Arizona Department of Revenue)
Who it is for
Individuals or businesses owed a financial asset (e.g. a forgotten checking or savings account, uncashed check, stock, safe deposit box) held by the State of Arizona as custodian; property is unclaimed after no owner contact, usually 1 to 3 years.
Child Care Assistance Program (Arizona DES) - How to Apply
Who it is for
Families living in Arizona with income at or below 165% of the Federal Poverty Level with children birth through age 12 who are in an eligible activity (work, school, etc.); families pay a co-pay based on family size and income.
Maricopa County Head Start and Early Head Start Program
Who it is for
For the 2026-2027 school year: families living or working in the service area (East Valley cities, Goodyear 85395, Surprise 85374) with a child 6 weeks to 5 years old, on TANF, SSI or SNAP, or with income up to 130% (e.g. 4 people $42,900) or excessive housing costs.
Low-income families with children birth through age 5; scholarships are tied to family income levels for parents who are working, looking for work or improving work skills through training or education; other eligibility requirements apply.
ARIZONA@WORK Training Programs (WIOA Title I Adult and Dislocated Worker)
Who it is for
Arizona job seekers; covered persons (veterans and eligible spouses) receive priority of service, and covered persons in the Adult program must also meet requirements related to income or skill levels to receive priority for individualized career or training services.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP, Mature Worker Program) - Arizona DES
Who it is for
Must be 55 years of age or older, reside in Arizona at enrollment, be unemployed upon enrollment, be eligible to work, have income at or less than 125% of the federal poverty level, and have one or more barriers to getting a job.
Arizona Foster Youth Award (tuition waiver) and Arizona Education and Training Voucher (ETV) at ASU
Who it is for
Foster care alumni attending ASU who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Arizona residents for tuition purposes, under 23 years old, and currently in foster care at 16+, formerly in foster care at 14+, or adopted from foster care after 14; personal assets less than $10,000.
Arizona Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (AzLEAP) need-based grant
Who it is for
Resident of Arizona; enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate in a regionally or nationally accredited Arizona postsecondary institution; substantial financial need (be eligible for the federal Pell Grant) as determined by the FAFSA; satisfactory academic progress.
Arizona Promise Program (Arizona Board of Regents)
Run by Arizona Board of Regents
Who it is for
Qualifying students must be an Arizona resident and high school graduate with a 2.5 GPA or higher, must receive a federal Pell Grant award, and must enroll at an Arizona public university (ASU, NAU or U of A).
Arizona Teachers Academy (tuition scholarship for future teachers)
Who it is for
Students at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, the University of Arizona, and Scottsdale, Rio Salado, Pima Community and Central Arizona Colleges who agree to the teaching service obligation in an Arizona public school.
Arizona residents receiving or eligible for Medicare Part A who are U.S. Citizens or Medicaid eligible non-citizens; QMB income equal to or less than 100% FPL; SLMB over 100% up to 120% FPL; QI over 120% up to 135% FPL.
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program - Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration (DES)
Who it is for
People in Arizona who have a physical or mental disability that makes it hard to get or keep a job, who need VR services to prepare for, find, keep, or return to work, and whom VR services can help reach a job goal.
Arizona Disabled Veteran License (Hunt and Fish Combo) - Arizona Game & Fish Department
Run by Arizona Game & Fish Department
Who it is for
A disabled veteran who has been a resident of Arizona for at least one year immediately preceding the application and receives U.S. government compensation for permanent and total service connected disabilities rated at 100% disabling; a 100% Individual Un-employability rating does not qualify.
Arizona income tax exclusion of military pay and military retirement pay (Military Tax Filing, ADOR)
Run by Arizona Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Arizona residents who are members of the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves or National Guard, and residents receiving retired or retainer pay of the uniformed services; part-year resident military members use Form 140PY.
DES Veterans Program (Veteran Services: employment and Jobs for Veterans State Grants)
Run by Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), with ARIZONA@WORK staff
Who it is for
Veterans and eligible spouses in Arizona; "Covered Persons" (served and discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, and certain spouses) are entitled to Priority of Service.
Veteran Spouses tuition scholarship (Arizona Board of Regents)
Run by Arizona Board of Regents, with university and community college financial aid offices
Who it is for
Arizona residents who qualify for in-state tuition, are the spouse of an honorably discharged U.S. armed forces veteran, and are admitted and enrolled at ASU, NAU, the U of A or a community college.
Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project (free legal and social services for detained immigrants in Arizona)
Who it is for
Detained adults and unaccompanied children facing immigration removal proceedings in Arizona; the project does not assist family visitors or walk-in clients without an appointment.
International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Phoenix - refugee and immigrant services
Run by International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Phoenix
Who it is for
Refugees, asylees, asylum seekers, victims of human trafficking, survivors of torture and other immigrants in Phoenix/Maricopa County; the English Language and Citizenship program is offered to anyone in the community who needs language support.
Disability Rights Arizona (free legal help for people with disabilities; Arizona protection and advocacy system)
Run by Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ)
Who it is for
People in Arizona who think their legal rights have been violated because of a disability, or that they have been abused or neglected, discriminated against, or denied services.
DNA-People's Legal Services (free civil legal aid; Arizona and Native American nations)
Who it is for
Low-income people in remote portions of three states and seven Native American nations (P.O Box 306, Window Rock, A.Z.), who otherwise could not afford to hire an attorney.
Law Library Resource Center (Superior Court in Maricopa County) - self-help court forms and form review
Who it is for
People navigating the Superior Court in Maricopa County (family, probate, criminal, civil and juvenile court forms); LLRC locations in Phoenix, Mesa and Surprise.
Arizona Credits for Contributions to Certified School Tuition Organizations (individual Forms 323 and 348)
Run by Arizona Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Individual taxpayers (and corporate taxpayers under separate credits) who donate to a Certified School Tuition Organization; the Switcher credit is for individuals who donate the Form 323 maximum and make an additional donation.
Arizona Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit (small businesses newly offering health insurance)
Run by Arizona Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Small businesses in existence in Arizona for at least one year, that have not provided health insurance to employees for at least six consecutive months before applying, and had at least two but no more than 25 employees during the most recent calendar year.
Arizona Public School Tax Credit (Form 322) - Arizona Department of Revenue
Run by Arizona Department of Revenue
Who it is for
An individual taxpayer who makes contributions or pays fees directly to a public school in this state (Arizona) for support of eligible activities, programs or purposes as defined by statute.
AHCCCS Non Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
Who it is for
AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) members who cannot secure their own transportation to a covered health service appointment and have no other transportation options.
Mountain Line fixed route bus system (Flagstaff): youth (age 7 - 17); seniors (age 60 and older); Medicare card holders; Veterans; SSI or SSDI recipients; and riders with a disability.
Valley Metro ADA Paratransit/Dial-a-Ride eligibility (Phoenix region)
Who it is for
People with a disability that is preventing them from independently using Valley Metro bus and light rail service for at least some or all of their trips; visitors to the Phoenix area may get visitor eligibility.
Glendale Public Library Mobile Hotspots (free Wi-Fi hotspot lending)
Run by Glendale Public Library (City of Glendale, AZ)
Who it is for
Glendale Public Library card holders at least 18 years old with a card in good standing (current address on file and less than $30 in fees); only one hotspot per household at any given time.
Phoenix Public Library account holders 18 years of age or older whose account is in good standing (current address and contact information, fees not exceeding $25, not in collections).
Red Cross Home Fire Campaign - free smoke alarm installation (Arizona and New Mexico Region)
Run by American Red Cross Arizona and New Mexico Region, with its partners
Who it is for
Qualifying homes of Arizona and New Mexico residents (installation services in Arizona-New Mexico only); the Red Cross does not repair or replace wired smoke detectors.