Financial Assistance

COVID-19 Financial Assistance 

During the coronavirus pandemic, you may qualify for additional funds help with food and bills.

With an increase in hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have started this list to point you to emergency financial resources.

For a more complete list of Financial Assistance Available, please visit  COVID-19 Resources for Saratoga County 


Saratoga County Department of Social Services (SCDSS)

It is the mission of the Saratoga County Department of Social Services to provide and facilitate the delivery of an appropriate mix of supportive services to meet the unmet financial and social needs of those who are unable to do so on their own.


New York State Unemployment

Unemployment Insurance is temporary income for eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own.

The federal government has extended federal unemployment benefits for an additional weeks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please see the NY State Unemployment Assistance website for more information.


IRS Tax Relief and Economic Impact Stimulus information

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced the distribution of economic impact payments.

As Economic Impact Stimulus funds are released, they are distributed automatically, with no action required for most people.