Family Assistance Resource Program for Phoenix Residents FAQs

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Family Assistance Resource Program for Phoenix Residents FAQs

<div class="ExternalClassC9DAA829F023408D868D2189749963C7"><html>On September 21, 2021, the Phoenix City Council approved the allocation of $12 million for the Family Assistance Resource Program, formerly known as the Financial Assistance for Phoenix Families Pilot Program. This program will be utilizing American Rescue Plan Act dollars. As staff continues to develop the program, below are several Frequently Asked Questions that provides current information. As new information is available, it will be posted here. What is this program? On Sept. 21, 2021, Phoenix City Council approved allocating $12 million for the Family Assistance Resource Program, formerly known as the Financial Assistance for Phoenix Families Pilot Program. Under this 12 month pilot program, 1,000 Phoenix families with children will be selected to receive a $1,000 stipend to use on household expenses, such as childcare, groceries, rent/utility bills, transportation, etc. Who is eligible for the program and how can I apply? There will be no application for the pilot program. Families with children who have applied for Emergency Rental Assistance, reside in city-owned public housing, or have a Section 8 voucher will be randomly selected via lottery system and will be asked to participate. Participants must live and remain living in the City of Phoenix during this program. How will participants receive the money each month? Staff is currently working with vendors to provide a debit card to each participant. Funds will be loaded onto the card each month. Are there restrictions to what can be purchased with the debit card? There will be certain items that participants will be unable to purchase, such as alcohol, tobacco products, and lottery tickets. Will the purchases be tracked? Yes, purchases will be tracked for reporting purposes and to assist with the program evaluation. Staff is currently working to screen potential vendors that can provide a debit card solution with technology needed to ensure proper reporting and follows US Treasury guidance. There will be no reporting on personal identification information for participants in the program. How is the City funding this program? The pilot program will be funded by American Rescue Plan Act federal dollars. When will participants be selected? Staff is currently exploring options for program administration and hope to start the program by January 2022. Staff is looking for ways to begin this program earlier if possible. Updated information will be available on the City's homepage when available. </html></div>

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