Supplemental Security Income

Social Security Administration

To ensure a minimum level of income to persons who have attained age 65 or are blind or disabled, and whose income and resources are below specified levels. SEC 1601- SSI was created for the purpose of establishing a national program to provide supplemental security income to individuals who attained age 65 or are blind, or disabled.

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Helps people with disabilities or those over 65 who have limited income. Provides monthly payments to help cover basic living expenses.

Quick Facts

Funding
$1,890 - $184,500
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Organization
Social Security Administration

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What Is This Program?

SSI provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability and who have limited income and resources below the programโ€™s specific financial limit. Individuals who are 65 years and over can also receive payments even if they are do not have a disability. To qualify for SSI payments, individuals must live in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands and be a US citizen or national. In some cases, US non-citizens residing on the US can qualify for SSI.

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Check eligibility for benefits
  • Sign in or create a secure my Social Security account
  • Follow instructions to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/manage-benefits
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
rolling

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“ŽOptional Documents
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
๐Ÿ“ฅTemplates Available
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support are recommended but not required.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • monthly payments to people with little or no income
  • monthly payments to people with disabilities
  • monthly payments to people who are blind
  • monthly payments to people aged 65 or older
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
No

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

ORDP.Helpdesk@ssa.gov
1-800-772-1213

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $184,500 (minimum $1,890).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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