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NYC Benefits Platform: Benefits and Programs Dataset

kvhd-5fmuSocial Services34 columns
This dataset provides benefit, program, and resource information for over 80 health and human services available to NYC residents in all eleven local law languages. The data is kept up-to-date, including the most recent applications, eligibility requirements, and application dates. Information in this dataset is used on ACCESS NYC, Generation NYC, and Growing Up NYC. Reach out to products@nycopportunity.nyc.gov if you have any questions about this dataset. This data makes it easier for NYC residents to discover and be aware of multiple benefits they may be eligible for. NYC Opportunity Product team works with 15+ government agencies to collect and update this data. Each record in the dataset represents a benefit or program. Blank fields are NULL values in this dataset. The data can be used to develop new websites or directory resources to help residents to discover benefits they need. For access to the multilingual version of this dataset, please follow this link: https://data.cityofnewyork.us/City-Government/Benefits-and-Programs-Multilingual-Dataset/yjpx-srhp
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Quality

A98.6 / 100

From a 97-row sample across 34 columns.

completeness100/ 25% weight
consistency99/ 20% weight
accuracy100/ 20% weight
timeliness100/ 15% weight
usability95/ 20% weight

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Sample rows

unique_id_numberprogram_codelanguageprogram_nameprogram_acronympage_typeprogram_categorygovernment_agencypopulation_servedage_groupplain_language_program_nameprogram_description
P001enS2R001EnglishChild and Dependent Care Tax CreditNULLBenefitCash & expensesNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP); Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Families with children,Pregnant & new parentsEveryoneTax credit to help pay for childcare or care for disabled dependents

Columns

34 queryable · 34 profiled

The machine field names SoQL needs, with the publisher's own description of each.

FieldTypeDescriptionNullValues
unique_id_numbertextUnique identifier.0%P138enP095enP121en
program_codetextCode used for screening in ACCESS NYC ONLY.0%N/ANULLS2R058
languagetextLanguage of program information.0%Englishof 1
program_nametextOfficial name of program (e.g. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).0%Family Planning Benefit …Commodity Supplemental F…The Early Intervention P…

Query this from your own app

GET /api/datasets/kvhd-5fmu
GET /api/datasets/kvhd-5fmu/quality
GET /api/datasets/kvhd-5fmu/related
GET /api/columns?dataset=kvhd-5fmu
311 Service Requests from 2010 to 20190.29
  • 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present0.28
  • Individual Census by Borough, Community District, and Facility Type0.28
  • <p>The federal <strong>Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCC)</strong>, <strong>New York State Child and Dependent Care Credit (NYS CDCC)</strong>, and the <strong>New York City Child Care Tax Credit (NYC CCTC)</strong> help you pay for childcare or care for disabled dependents while you work or look for work. </p>
    P003enS2R003EnglishExtended Day/Year Infant and Toddler ProgramsNULLProgramChild CareNYC Public SchoolsFamilies with children,Pregnant & new parentsBaby,ToddlerFree or low-cost child care for infants and toddlers<p>Extended Day and Year (EDY) Birth to Five programs offer free or low-cost early care and education for children six weeks to age five.</p>
    P004enS2R004EnglishChild Tax CreditCTCBenefitCash & expensesNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP); Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Families with children,Pregnant & new parentsEveryoneTax credit for families with children<p>You can get money back when you file taxes if you're raising children. The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is federal and the Empire State Child Tax Credit is from New York State.</p>
    P005enS2R005EnglishDisability Rent Increase ExemptionDRIEProgramHousingNYC Department of Finance (DOF)People with disabilitiesCaregiverRent freeze for people with disabilities<p>DRIE helps keep your rent the same if you receive a qualifying disability benefit. </p>
    P006enS2R006EnglishEarned Income Tax CreditEITCBenefitCash & expensesNYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP); Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Families with childrenCaregiverTax credit for working individuals and families<p>The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax credit that can put money back in your pocket if you work and earn a low to moderate income. </p>
    P007enS2R007EnglishSupplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramSNAPBenefitFoodNYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)NULLEveryoneMoney to buy food<p>SNAP (food stamps) gives you money on a card to buy groceries at stores and farmers markets. </p>
    P008enS2R008EnglishHead Start / Early Head StartNULLServiceChild CareU.S. Department of Health & Human ServicesFamilies with childrenBaby,Toddler,Pre-SchoolerFree education and services for families with kids from birth to age 5<p>Head Start and Early Head Start are free early childhood education programs for low-income families with kids ages 5 and under</p>
    P009enS2R009EnglishComprehensive After School System of NYCCOMPASS NYCProgramEnrichmentNYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)Families with children,StudentsGrade-Schooler,Pre-Teen,TeenAfterschool programs for students<p>New York City students can join free afterschool programs that offer homework help, sports, arts, and more. Hundreds of programs are located all over the City.</p>
    P010enS2R010EnglishCash AssistanceNULLBenefitCash & expensesNYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)NULLEveryoneMonthly cash help when you are in need<p>Your family can get cash if you're in need. Many families will get the funds on a debit card that can be used at any ATM or store where EBT cards are accepted. Some families may only qualify to get funds paid directly to their landlord.</p>
    P011enS2R011EnglishQualified Health PlansQHPProgramHealthNY State of HealthAll New Yorkers, regardless of immigration statusEveryonePrivate health insurance plans<p>Enrollment for 2026 Qualified Health Plans are open <strong>now</strong> until <strong>January 31, 2026</strong> through NY State of Health</p>

    Showing 12 of 34 columns. All of them are listed below.

    program_acronymtextAcronym for program (e.g. SNAP).0%NULLQHPSCRIE
    page_typecategoricalType of information.0%ProgramServiceBenefitof 4
    program_categorycategoricalType of program.0%Cash & expensesHousingHealthof 11
    government_agencytextName of administering government agency(ies).0%NYC Human Resources Admi…NYC Department of Youth …NYC Department of Health…
    population_servedtextTarget population for program.0%All New Yorkers, regardl…NULLPeople with disabilities
    age_groupcategoricalTarget age group for program.0%EveryoneCaregiver,Young AdultCaregiverof 18
    plain_language_program_nametextA plain language name for the program that describes what it is or does (e.g. SNAP = Money to buy food).0%Academic support for CUN…Temporary income for eli…Referrals for long term …
    program_descriptiontextPlain language description of what the program is and how it works.0%<p>The Early Interventio…<p>You can get reimburse…<p>The Affordable Broadb…
    brief_excerpttextOne sentence description of program.0%<p>If you're at risk of …<p>Get help with managin…<p>Cash assistance can h…
    heads_uptextList of key program attributes/common questions (e.g. facts, application formats, citizenship status, deadlines).0%<ul><li>Programs are fre…<p>Extended Day/Year Inf…<p>If you have a disabil…
    plain_language_eligibilitytextPlain language overview of the eligibility requirements for the program.0%NULL<p>You might be eligible…<p><strong>Income requir…
    how_to_apply_summarytextSummary of the different ways to apply for the program.0%NULL<p>Apply in person at an…<ul><li>For mental healt…
    how_to_apply_or_enroll_onlinetextInstructions for how to apply to the program online.0%NULL<p>Apply on <a href="htt…<p>Apply at <a href="htt…
    apply_online_call_to_actiontextCall to action phrase for applying online (e.g. "Apply online," "File online").0%NULLApply onlineGet started
    url_of_online_applicationurlLink to the online application for the program.0%NULLhttps://www.nyc.gov/site…https://a069-access.nyc.…
    how_to_apply_or_enroll_by_mailcategoricalInstructions for how to apply to the program by mail.0%NULL<p>Applicants are encour…<p>Applying for the firs…of 17
    apply_by_mail_call_to_actioncategoricalCall to action phrase for applying by mail (usually "Download the form").0%NULLDownload the formDownload applicationof 5
    url_of_pdf_application_formsurlLink to download the PDF application form.0%NULLhttp://otda.ny.gov/progr…https://access-nyc-s3-up…of 11
    how_to_apply_or_enroll_in_persontextInstructions for how to apply to the program in person.0%NULL<p>Find your nearest NYC…<p>Apply at a <a href="h…
    apply_in_person_call_to_actioncategoricalCall to action phrase for applying in person (e.g. "Find a location").0%NULLFind a centerFind a tax prep locationof 13
    office_locations_urlurlLink to location finder on ACCESS NYC - where map of in-person application centers is available.0%NULLhttps://a866-dcwpwb.nyc.…http://www1.nyc.gov/site…of 18
    how_to_apply_or_enroll_by_phonetextInstructions for how to apply to the program by phone.0%NULL<p>Referrals to the FTHA…<p>Ask your phone or int…
    required_documents_summarytextA summary of the documents required to apply for this program.0%NULL<p>Youll need <a href="h…<ul><li>Proof of your ch…
    get_help_summarytextA summary of the different ways you can get help with this program.0%NULL<p><strong>Visit the Lif…<ul><li><a href="https:/…
    get_help_in_personcategoricalHow to get help in person, with a link to the administering agency's in-person centers (ACCESS NYC locations page), or the address for the center.0%NULL<p><strong>Visit the Wel…<p>Get help at a<a href=…of 17
    get_help_onlinetextHow to get help online, with link(s) to the administering agency's website.0%NULL<p><strong>Visit </stron…<p>Visit the <a href="ht…
    get_help_by_emailtextHow to get help/questions answered by email from the administering agency.0%NULL<p><strong>Email CUNY Fa…<p><strong>Email your qu…
    get_help_by_calling_other_than_311textHow to get help by calling the administering agency, and the phone number.0%NULL<p><strong>Call high sch…<p><strong>Call DYCD Com…
    get_help_by_calling_311textHow to get help by calling 311 and what to ask for, or 911 for emergencies.0%NULL<p><strong>Call 311</str…<p><strong>Call 311</str…
    updated_atdatetime—0%2025-04-16T11:00:27.0002026-10-01T11:01:30.0002024-10-12T11:00:32.000