Tribal Programs
ACF Tribal programs are focused on strengthening families through work and training programs administered by Native American Organizations in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
- Tribal Child Care
- Tribal Child Support Enforcement
- Tribal Child Welfare
- American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Head Start and Early Head Start
- Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Native Employment Works (NEW)
- Program Resources
Tribal Child Care
The Child Care Bureau supports low-income working families through child care financial assistance and promotes children's learning by improving the quality of early care and education and after-school programs. This program is administered at the local level by tribes, who operate local offices or contract with local Resource and Referral Agencies to provide Child Care certificates/vouchers to low income families.
Regional Office Contacts
- For Tribal Programs in Alaska, Idaho, and Oregon:
Paul Noski, Regional Child Care Program Manager, 206-615-2609, paul.noski@acf.hhs.gov - For Tribal Programs in Washington:
Tim Murphy, Child Care Program Specialist, 206-615-2572, tim.murphy@acf.hhs.gov
Providers
See list maintained by Tribal Child Care Technical Assistance Center (TriTAC)
Related Links
Child Care Bureau Website
The National Child Care Information and Technical
Assistance Center (NCCIC)
Tribal Child Support Enforcement
The nation's Child Support Enforcement Program (CSE) is a federal/tribal partnership to help families by promoting family self-sufficiency and child well-being. The program is designed to insure that all childen receive financial and medical support from both parents in a culturally appropriate way.
Regional Office Contacts
- Jan Jensen, Program Specialist, 206-615-3668, janis.jensen@acf.hhs.gov
- Nancy Mathieson, Program Specialist, 206-615-3768, nancy.mathieson@acf.hhs.gov
- Levi Fisher, Program Specialist, 206-615-2519, levi.fisher@acf.hhs.gov
Providers
Related Links
National Office of Child Support Enforcement Tribal Resources
Tribal Child Welfare
The Tribal Child Welfare program provides funding to federally recognized tribes to develop, expand and enhance their Child Welfare Services systems. Funds may be used to deliver services designed to protect children from abuse and neglect and to strengthen families to allow children to remain (or return) home. These services may include: child welfare services, preventing child abuse and neglect, family preservation and family support services, time-limited family reunification services, foster parent recruitment and retention efforts, and adoption promotion and support.
Regional Office Contact
- Jennifer Zanella, Program Specialist, 206-615-2604, jennifer.zanella@acf.hhs.gov
Providers
See list maintained by Region X.
Related Links
About Funding for Tribes under Title IV-B Subparts 1 and 2 of the Social Security ActNational Indian Child Welfare Association
American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Head Start and Early Head Start
Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child development programs which serve children from birth to age 5, pregnant women, and their families. Head Start programs emphasize school readiness, comprehensive health screening, parent involvement, and leveraging existing social services. AI/AN Head Start is funded by the Office of Head Start in Washington, D.C. and administered at the local level by tribes.
Office of Head Start Contact
- Phyllis Jones, 202-205-9901
Providers
Use the Head Start Locator @ the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC) website to find local centers.
Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
TANF is a federal/tribal partnership in providing temporary assistance to families. TANF services are focused on strengthening families through promoting work as a path to independence. This program is funded by ACF's Office of Family Assistance (OFA) and is administered by tribes, which may set their own eligibility rules and policies.
Regional Office Contacts
- Frank Shields, Regional TANF Program Manager, 206-615-2569, frank.shields@acf.hhs.gov
- Judy Ogliore, Program Specialist, 206-615-2568, judy.ogliore@acf.hhs.gov
Providers
See list maintained by Region X.
Related Links
TANF-ACF-IM-2004-02: Using TANF and MOE for Healthy Marriage Activities
Tribal TANF Guidance Document
Tribal TANF Final Rule Summary
Native Employment Works (NEW)
NEW is a federal/tribal partnership to assist tribes in providing employment opportunities and services to tribal members to help individuals achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. Each tribe designs and implements its NEW program based on community needs and measurable outcomes.
Regional Office Contacts
- For Tribal Programs in Oregon:
Frank Shields, Regional TANF Program Manager, 206-615-2569, frank.shields@acf.hhs.gov - For Tribal Programs in Alaska, Idaho, and Washington:
Judy Ogliore, Program Specialist, 206-615-2568, judy.ogliore@acf.hhs.gov
Program Resources
Washington State Governor's Office of Indian Affairs
The site hosts a wealth of information about Washington Tribes, including mailing labels for
Tribal Chairs, and general tribal addresses.