As a nonprofit organization, the amount of funding available in the Medical Debt Freedom Fund depends on the sources of support we receive at any given time. If we do not currently have funding available, our SOAR Financial Counselors will work to assist you with other financial needs as well as refer you to other resources. Please contact our hotline, 240-531-3093 or email [email protected], with any questions.
Eligibility
- Original hospital medical debt cannot exceed $1,000
- Household must meet the following income guidelines:
2021 Income Guidelines
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $4,540 for each additional person.
Family Size | Income Limits |
1 | $31,211 |
2 | $40,815 |
3 | $50,418 |
4 | $60,022 |
5 | $69,626 |
6 |
$79,229 |
Please note
We cannot guarantee that you will qualify for financial assistance, even if you apply. Once you submit an application, we will review your application and supporting documents.
Within 14 business days, after we receive your completed application and documentation, we will notify you if you qualify for assistance.
Individuals with an urgent legal matter or an immediate court case will be referred to the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service, the Pro Bono Resource Center, or Maryland Legal Aid.