In a notable shift, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has decided to end a taxpayer-funded program that provided prepaid debit cards to illegal immigrants. This pilot program, which stirred considerable debate since its inception, was initially set up with a $53 million budget and intended to offer financial assistance to thousands of migrants. After January 2025, the city will no longer renew the contract for this program, according to City Hall.
The pilot launched earlier this year with the aim of helping nearly 3,000 migrants and was expected to extend its support to 7,300 individuals over the coming months. Its objective was to allow families living in temporary housing—often in higher-end hotels such as the Roosevelt Hotel—greater flexibility to purchase essential items like groceries and baby supplies, as opposed to relying on pre-packaged food services.
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This program, managed by New Jersey-based Mobility Capital Finance (MoCaFi), allocated varying monthly funds to each family based on its size and income level, with a family of four receiving as much as $1,000 per month. Funds were reloaded onto the cards every 28 days, providing families with a more adaptable spending option than traditional food programs.
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