New York City Has Opened More IDNYC Offices – Increased Access To Relief Programs

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IDNYC is a free identification card created by the City, for any New Yorker over 10 years of age, which grants individuals access to a wide range of government services and programs. Aside from qualifying as a government-issued photo identification, IDNYC entitles cardholders to benefits and discounts from many businesses and cultural institutions in the City. According to the City, these benefits include: 

• Access to all City buildings that provide services to the public,
• Qualification for affordable housing through NYC Housing Connect
• Proof of identity for interacting with the NYPD, for employment, and for health benefits
• Use as a public library card
• Access your own and your child’s immunization records
• Free or reduced admission and other benefits at participating museums, zoos, and botanical gardens
• Discounts on prescription medications, fitness, groceries, and New York City attractions
• Access to open a bank account at select financial institutions

Particularly, this card benefits the most vulnerable communities – such as the homeless, youth, undocumented immigrants, the formerly incarcerated, and others – who may have difficulty obtaining government-issued photo ID. 

Just yesterday, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that 5 more enrollment locations have been reopened, now totaling 15 permanent and 4 pop-up locations around the city, where individuals can obtain their cards. 

Of notable importance, this card will allow individuals to access Pandemic Relief Programs for their businesses during these uncertain times. 

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