Billions of dollars in public funds go untouched each year because applying for state and federal benefits such as food stamps and Medicaid is time consuming, confusing and stigmatized. Additional billions in tax credits are also left unclaimed out of lack of knowledge and fear of audit. The Benefit Bank removes these obstacles – placing more income in the pockets of those whom need it the most.

The Benefit Bank is the only system available that can process federal and state tax returns, as well as a range of federal and public sponsored health and social service benefits – such as Food Stamps, Medicaid, and LIHEAP.

UCP’s Roll

Through a generous grant from the Pittsburgh Foundation UCP of Pittsburgh acts as the coordinator of Benefit Bank sites for Western Pennsylvania. We provide training to other non-profits, churches, and community groups to become a Benefit Bank Site.

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review article

To see if you can take advantage of the Benefit Bank and to find a local Benefit Bank Site, go to www.thebenefitbank.com.

For more information about The Benefit Bank, please contact UCP at (412) 683-7100 or send an e-mail.