The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) does not provide direct services or money to children, families, or individuals. However, as the "human services" in the Department of Health and Human Services, ACF funds a number of programs and initiatives and partners with organizations that encourage strong, healthy, supportive communities that have a positive impact on economic independence, productivity, and childhood development. Find help today.
Help for Parents & Caregivers
Find resources to assist with adoption, child abuse and neglect, child care, child support, Head Start, foster care, runaways and other programs for children and youth.
Help for Communities
ACF programs and services address the needs, strengths and abilities of communities and special populations like refugees and migrants.
Help for Tribes
ACF is committed to working with tribal nations and Indigenous communities across the United States to improve the economic and social well-being of children and families.
Help for Individuals
Learn more about ACF programs and services that promote economic and social self-sufficiency.
ACF Hotlines
Need to report suspected human trafficking? Are you thinking of running away from home? Looking for free and confidential help for victims of domestic violence? ACF hotlines are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.