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NOW Program Success Story

The NOW (New Opportunities for Work) program at Goodwill of Silicon Valley is a prime example of the positive impact that job training and placement services can have on the lives of individuals and families. A success story of the NOW program is that of Sarah (name changed for privacy), a former participant who faced […]

NOW Program Reducing Recidivism

The NOW program exclusively serves the re-entry population and is designed to reduce recidivism and alleviate the burden on Santa Clara County’s jails and court systems. The NOW (New Opportunities for Work) program at Goodwill of Silicon Valley is making a significant impact in reducing recidivism in the community. Recidivism, or the tendency for individuals […]

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  • Verification from the SQUARES system

Household Income (for all household members):

  • Two months of recent pay stubs

  • Most recent tax return (Form 1040)

  • Documentation for disability, pension, or retirement income

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  • Birth certificates or custody papers to confirm dependents

  • Social Security cards for all household members

Housing Verification:

  • Lease agreement, or

  • A letter from a shelter, institution, or transitional housing provider

QUALIFYING FOR SUPPORT

To participate in Veteran Family Services, the head of household—or their spouse—must be a U.S. veteran, and the household must meet low-income guidelines (at or below 80% of the area median income).

 

Our team will guide you through each step of the eligibility process with care. Here’s what we’ll need to verify:

 

Our goal is to make this process as simple and stress-free as possible, because you’ve served, and now it’s our turn to support you.

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