Wisconsin Government Benefits
If you live in Wisconsin, you may qualify for several government assistance programs. Below are the major Wisconsin benefit programs — covering food assistance, health coverage, children's health insurance, and cash assistance — each with a plain-English guide to who qualifies and how to apply.
BadgerCare Plus (Wisconsin Medicaid)
Learn about BadgerCare Plus, Wisconsin's Medicaid health program, who qualifies for low-cost coverage, and how to apply.
Read guide →wisconsin-foodshare.html
Learn about Wisconsin FoodShare, the state's SNAP (food stamps) program, who qualifies, and how to apply through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Read guide →wisconsin-medicaid-children.html
Learn about Wisconsin Medicaid (health coverage) programs for children, including CHIP coverage through BadgerCare Plus, and how to apply.
Read guide →Wisconsin Works (W-2 / TANF)
Learn about Wisconsin Works (W-2), the state's TANF program, who qualifies for cash assistance and employment services, and how to apply.
Read guide →Not sure which Wisconsin programs you qualify for?
Many households qualify for more than one program at the same time. Benefit Guardian helps you check eligibility across all of them in a few minutes.
Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
What benefit programs are available in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin residents may qualify for several programs, including BadgerCare Plus (Wisconsin Medicaid), wisconsin-foodshare.html, wisconsin-medicaid-children.html, Wisconsin Works (W-2 / TANF). Eligibility depends on household size, income, and other factors.
How do I know if I qualify for benefits in Wisconsin?
Each Wisconsin program has its own income and eligibility rules. Benefit Guardian lets you check your likely eligibility across all of these programs in a few minutes.
Can I receive more than one Wisconsin benefit at the same time?
Yes. Many households qualify for more than one program at once — for example, both Medicaid and SNAP. You can apply to each program you may be eligible for.
Are these Wisconsin benefit programs free to apply for?
Yes. Applying for state and federal benefit programs in Wisconsin is always free through the official state agencies. Benefit Guardian never charges to check your eligibility.