CalWORKs, California Work Opportunity & Responsibility to Kids
Run by California Dept of Social Services, a state agency
California's TANF program providing cash assistance, childcare, job training, and support services for low-income families with children.
- Award
- $700–$1,100/month cash + services
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- California Dept of Social Services
- State
Who it's for
- CA resident
- Family with children under 18
- Income below CalWORKs limits
- Participating in work/training activities
California Dept of Social Services decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
Apply at cdss.ca.govOpens in a new tab. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
CalWORKs, California Work Opportunity & Responsibility to Kids is one option. What else may help?
Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. California Dept of Social Services decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.