Transforming Access. Transforming Outcomes.

Public benefit programs help people buy food, access affordable healthcare, and give their children the start they deserve. But many households who are eligible for benefits and tax credits don’t receive them. 

Under-enrollment in benefit programs keeps people in poverty and strains community organizations working to serve local families. At the same time, this under-enrollment causes Illinois to leave billions in federal dollars on the table each year that could be going to support our state. 

Benefit Illinois is working to connect more eligible people to the programs they qualify for so all Illinois families and communities have the resources they need to thrive.

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    BARRIERS

    Research, data, and stakeholder engagement help us better understand the drivers of under-enrollment as we work to identify solutions. Dive deeper into the causes and consequences of under-enrollment in public benefits.

    LEARN →
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    SOLUTIONS

    We’re identifying opportunities to make public benefit programs work better for low-income households at every phase of the enrollment process. Read more about our vision for transforming the safety net and our plan to get there.

    OUR PLAN →
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    GET INVOLVED

    Everyone can play a role in increasing access to public benefits. Organizations and individuals around the state are helping us understand pain points and activate solutions in their communities. Learn about ways to get involved and sign up today.

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