District Direct

District Direct (formerly District First) provides a convenient way for District Residents to apply for and manage food, cash, and medical benefits available in the District of Columbia. No more waiting in lines or on hold! District Direct allows you to securely access your benefits anytime, anywhere.With the District Direct mobile app, you can:o Complete and submit an application for public benefitso Recertify or renew your existing benefits before they expireo Upload and submit verification documentso View your case statuso Update your contact informationo Report changes of circumstance, including household composition, expenses, and income or assets.o Find out when your benefits will next be issuedo Get push notification alerts for important deadlines or actionso View and print notices and letters in real-timeDownload the District Direct app today and get benefits at your fingertips!