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Singer Beyoncé Will Offer Thousands in Grants for Rental Assistance in 2021

The COVID-19 relief package is in limbo, and millions of Americans are at risk for evictions and foreclosures. The eviction moratorium expires on December 31. Thousands of dollars in back rent ...

Looking to Hone Your Grant Writing Skills? Read These Books First

Regardless of if you are a novice grant writer or if you are simply looking to improve your skills in this field, picking a few quality books on the subject can improve your writing immensely. Even if you are...

A Quick Guide on Personal Grants Application Requirements

Personal grants are financial aids given by the government or non-profits to individuals for various needs. They differ from loans because the granter doesn't expect you to refund or pay interest once you qualify. How...

6 Quick Tips for Personal Grants Application

A grant is any financial aid from an organization, the government, or private individuals for specific projects or activities. Since funders give grants for free, you will not have to return the cash once you get it from the gr...

If You Were Born in 1959, Your Full Retirement Age Is 66 Years and 10 Months — Not 67

If you were born in 1959, you can’t get full Social Security benefits at 67. Your full retirement age is actually 66 years and 10 months, according to the Social Security Administ...

Is Your Birthday on the 21st–31st? Your SSA Check Arrives August 27

The Social Security Administration (SSA) will issue its final round of August 2025 payments on Wednesday, August 27. This deposit is reserved for retirees and SSDI beneficiaries whose birthdays fall betw...

Social Security Is Raising the Bar for Benefits in 2026: Here’s What It Means for You

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a major change that will take effect in 2026, and it could make qualifying for retirement benefits a bit tougher. Starting that ye...

RIFs, VERA, and VSIP in 2025: What Happens to Your TSP, FEHB, and Pension in a Federal RIF?

As 2025 continues, many federal employees face uncertainty due to agency restructuring, early retirement offers, and potential Reductions in Force (RIFs). Understanding your rights,...

Creative Artists to Receive Grants in Austin

Creative Artists to Receive Grants in Austin Since the Covid-19 pandemic swept the entire globe earlier this year, the American government, at both the state and federal levels, has been busy paying out a lot of money to a varie...