New Mexico Assistance and Aid Programs.

You can get help and find assistance programs in all cities and counties in New Mexico including Albuquerque and Las Cruces.

Assistance Programs

Tenant-Base Rental Assistance (TBRA)
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program will provide to those in need a one time cash assistance grant to renters for paying utility deposits, security deposits, and/or to pay the first month's rent. Families may also be eligible for up to six months of a rent subsidy which will allow time for low income tenants to secure transitional or permanent housing. The primary objective of the TRBA rent assistance program in New Mexico is to allow both individuals or families to stay out of, or transition out of homelessness. (505) 767-2277

New Mexico Kids
This health insurance program provides free or very low cost health insurance coverage for children under the age of 19 to help families save on medical bills. However, depending on the family's income, a low cost co-pay may be required for some services, but most preventative services are free. 505-827-7946

Programs that Provide Mortgage Assistance and Stop Foreclosures
There are both private and government assistance programs that provide various services. Foreclosure mediation is also offered to help homeowners. Read more on foreclosure and mortgage assistance resources.

Also, find a listing of non-profit foreclosure and housing counseling agencies in New Mexico. Read more.

 

 

 

General Assistance
The objective of the general assistance aid program is to provide cash assistance and grants to needy, dependent children along with disabled adults if they are not eligible for other forms of assistance under a federally matched cash assistance program. (505) 222-9600

New Mexico Food Stamp Program
Will help many lower income families and households with buying the nutritious food they need to stay healthy and productive members of society. (505) 222-9600

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This program, which is known in New Mexico as NMWorks, will provide cash assistance grants to families in need and who qualify for aid.

Food Banks and Pantries in New Mexico
Dozens of centers distribute free food, groceries, and other forms of non-financial aid to thousands of needy individuals. Find information on pantries and food banks in New Mexico.

Community Clinics and Medical Centers
Dozens of clinics operate across New Mexico. These free or low cost community clinics can provide services to people of all incomes, and they will not turn any patient away. Learn more.

Free or low cost dental care is also offered in New Mexico to individuals who lack insurance, or who have a limited income. Read more on New Mexico dental centers.

Energy and Cooling Bills
Find a listing of assistance programs and services that can help New Mexico families pay their cooling and energy bills. Click here.

 

 

Assistance From New Mexico Cities and Counties