Texas TANF, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Run by Texas Health & Human Services Commission, a state agency
Cash assistance for low-income Texas families with children. Texas TANF benefits are lower than most states but program includes Medicaid, childcare, and employment services.
- Award
- $150–$326/month cash (plus services)
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- Texas Health & Human Services Commission
- State
Who it's for
- TX resident
- Family with children under 18
- Income below program limits
- Citizenship/immigration status requirements
Texas Health & Human Services Commission 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 yourtexasbenefits.comOpens in a new tab. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
Texas TANF, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. Texas Health & Human Services Commission decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.