New York City is one of many areas across the country offering guaranteed basic income to low-income residents.joSon/Getty ImagesGuaranteed basic-income programs can help low-income participants afford necessities like rent.BI found over 50 municipalities that have tried GBI, offering cash for housing and groceries. Despite legislative opposition, basic-income programs remain active across the country.Ingrid Sullivan, 48, used her cash from the San Antonio guaranteed basic-income program to rent a home where her grandchildren can play in the yard.