What is the Tribal TANF program?

Federally-recognized Indian tribes can receive funding to administer and operate their own Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”) programs. One of the core purposes of TANF is to provide assistance to needy families so that children may be cared for in their own homes or in the homes of relatives. Tribal TANF gives federally-recognized Tribes the flexibility to design welfare programs that promote work, responsibility, and strengthen families. These programs provide time-limited assistance to eligible native families with cash aid and supportive services.[3410]

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    Office of Family Assistance, Tribal TANF, https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/programs/tribal/tribal-tanf. ↑