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Benefit Access

Powering benefit eligibility screening tools through the PolicyEngine API

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Increasing Access to Public Benefits

PolicyEngine's tax-benefit engine and API power a range of benefit eligibility screening tools, helping people discover and access the support they're entitled to.

Our partners leverage PolicyEngine's computational capabilities to create user-friendly applications that simplify the complex landscape of public benefits programs, making it easier for individuals, families, and case workers to identify available assistance.

Partner Organizations

MyFriendBen

ColoradoNorth CarolinaMassachusetts

An open-source multi-benefit screener operating in Colorado, currently expanding to North Carolina and Massachusetts. MyFriendBen helps individuals quickly identify benefits they may qualify for through an accessible, user-friendly interface.

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Benefit Navigator

Los Angeles County

A tool developed by IMAGINE LA to support case workers in Los Angeles County. Benefit Navigator helps social service providers quickly assess client eligibility for multiple benefit programs, streamlining the assistance process.

Benefit Navigator screenshot
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Navvy

National (US)

A benefits screener developed by Impactica for the Student Basic Needs Coalition. Navvy helps students identify and access critical support services and benefits specifically designed for higher education students.

Navvy screenshot
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Build Your Own Benefit Screening Tool

Are you interested in creating a benefit screening tool for your organization or community? PolicyEngine's API provides accurate, up-to-date benefit calculations that can be integrated into your own applications.

Our API offers:

  • Calculation of eligibility and benefit amounts for major US and UK tax and benefit programs
  • Flexible integration options to fit your organization's needs
  • Regularly updated policy parameters to reflect current legislation
  • Technical support from our team
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