FY 2016 TANF and MOE Financial Data
In FY 2016, states spent 24% their TANF and MOE funds on basic assistance and 9% on work, education, and training activities.
Re-Emphasizing Work Requirements
OFA is committed to helping low-income families transition from welfare to work. Reemphasizing TANF work requirements means promoting gainful employment and economic independence as goals for every family.
Helping Noncustodial Parents Get Jobs through TANF
New IM encourages states to use TANF funds to strengthen employment programs for noncustodial parents
HPOG Releases 2D Animated Video
HPOG has released a new 2D animated video that brings the program’s “What is HPOG?” infographic to life. The video provides at-a-glance details about the program!
A Message to Dads: It Only Takes a Moment to Make a Moment
New responsible fatherhood public service announcements focus on the important role fathers play in helping their children to thrive.
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What is the Office of Family Assistance (OFA)?
OFA administers several key federal grant programs, including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Tribal programs, Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood, and Health Profession Opportunity Grants.
News
HPOG 2.0 Year Two Annual Report Released
August 14, 2018HPOG Annual Meeting Materials Available
August 9, 2018OFA Releases the TANF Work Participation Rates for FY 2017
July 12, 2018- More News >
Quick Fact
524,000
Fathers, Couples, Individuals and Youth,
during 2012 through 2015, were served in programs designed to develop healthy relationship skills, strengthen families, improve parenting skills, and promote economic stability as part of the Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood (HMRF) initiative. Find out more about the HMRF initiative.