Residence within Champaign city limits.
Eligibility is based on income.
Part of general assistance funds can be applied toward the purchase of an MTD bus pass. Bus passes are provided to Workfare Program and back home to qualifying general assistance recipients. Travelers Aid Program assists stranded individuals who are NOT residents of Illinois. Must have ID from place they are traveling to, and residence must be verifyable. There is no transportation assistance available for stranded individuals traveling within the state of Illinois.