Montana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Montana
What is Montana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)?
The Montana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program supports public assistance programs for low-income families. TANF replaced the program formerly known as the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). Among the program's purposes are: to provide assistance to needy families; to end dependency of needy parents by promoting job preparation, work, and marriage; to prevent and reduce out of wedlock pregnancies.
Administration
Montana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is administered by Montana.
Program Requirements
To be eligible for Montana Family Assistance, you must be a resident of Montana, and a U.S. citizen, legal alien or qualified alien. You must be unemployed or underemployed and have low or very low income. You must also be one of the following:
- Have a child 18 years of age or younger, or
- Be pregnant, or
- Be 18 years of age or younger and the head of your household.
Application Details
What is the application process for Montana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)?
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you.
Contact Info
1-888-706-1535