Apply NOW: Rx Kids - Detroit
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Mayor Mary Sheffield has announced the first major partnership of her historic administration and it is tailored to meet the needs of the City's most vulnerable. Rx Kids is the nation’s first community-wide parent and infant cash prescription program, providing life-changing financial security to families during the critical period of pregnancy and infancy.
Rx Kids is a program of Michigan State University and administered by GiveDirectly.
Apply for Rx Kids
Learn more about added City of Detroit WRAPAROUND SERVICES
Rx Kids Benefits
No strings attached direct cash assistance.
- $1,500 during pregnancy
- $500 per month for baby's first 6 months
Eligibility and Required Documents
You will need to provide proof of:
- Identity
- Residency
- Pregnancy
- List of acceptable documents
Easily Apply for MORE Services
The City of Detroit can help you and your family with:
- Maternal and Infant Health Services
- WIC Program Application
- Housing and Eviction Services
- Transportation to Medical Appointments
- Mentorship, Counseling & Pre and Post Natal Education
- Utility Assistance
- Childcare Assistance
- And MORE!