UPDATED DESK AID - Illinois Public Benefits Income Limits (as of May 26, 2026)
DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform has updated its Illinois Public Benefits Income Limits Desk Aid as of May 26, 2026.
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For many years, this desk aid has served as a practical quick-reference resource for caseworkers, enrollment assisters, navigators, and community organizations helping individuals and families access public benefits programs. The guide provides a consolidated snapshot of current income and resource limits for Medicaid, SNAP, Marketplace Coverage, All Kids, TANF, Medicare Savings Programs, and related programs.
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The desk aid is updated regularly to reflect changes to federal poverty guidelines, program thresholds, and annual state and federal updates.
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We hope this resource continues to support frontline staff assisting individuals and families throughout Illinois.
Live
Public Benefits Q&A Sessions
Summer Alzawawi, Program Director of Public Benefits Access (PBA), will hold live Public Benefits Q&A sessions on the last Thursday of each month from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM via Zoom.
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During these live, remote sessions, participants may ask questions pertaining to public benefits and public benefits access. In addition, Summer will spend approximately 10 minute sharing public benefits updates.
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To join the live sessions, please register in advance. Even if you registered previously, a new registration is required to attend upcoming sessions.
Now Available: Community Engagement Reports on
Affordable Housing in DuPage County
DuPage Federation is pleased to share the full and summary versions of two new reports developed in consultation with the DuPage County Board Ad-Hoc Committee on Housing Solutions with Grounded Solutions Network. These qualitative research reports explore the barriers residents face in accessing and maintaining safe, accessible, and affordable housing. They also offer real solutions informed by community voices.
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Part 1 highlights insights from housing and human service providers.
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Part 2 centers the lived experiences of residents most impacted by housing instability.
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Summary versions are also available for those looking for a quick, accessible overview of each report.
Four-Star Rating
We are proud to announce that DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform has been awarded a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity evaluator. This top distinction reflects our unwavering commitment to financial health, accountability, and transparency, highlighting our dedication to meeting and exceeding industry standards.
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This achievement assures our donors and supporters that their contributions are utilized effectively to drive meaningful change within our community; advancing our mission to improve human services in DuPage County and surrounding areas.
We're incredibly grateful to our dedicated team and generous donors for making this achievement possible. Together, we continue to turn values, passions, and beliefs into impactful actions that benefit those we serve.
To learn more about our rating and what it means for our mission, please visit Charity Navigator's website.