1. Financial or material support provided by the government to individuals, families, or organizations in need
Many families rely on government assistance to pay for healthcare and education.
Muitas famílias dependem de assistência governamental para pagar saúde e educação.
2. Aid programs or benefits administered by state or federal authorities
The new policy expanded government assistance for low-income households.
A nova política expandiu a assistência governamental para famílias de baixa renda.