Office of Family Assistance (OFA)

This National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (NRFC) Spotlight looks at how one state, Ohio, has used their state TANF funds to support father-related services through the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood (OCF). The spotlight details the history of how OCF was established, how it works to meet four specific goals, and how its work throughout the state addresses two of the four purposes of the TANF legislation.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Office of Family Assistance (OFA) are excited for you to participate in the National Fatherhood Summit from August 13-15, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia. Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to be part of a transformative experience that will elevate your professional journey, inspire you personally, and expand the promise of responsible fatherhood.

Five short videos filmed at four sites across the country are an exciting product of the COVID and Safety Net Innovation (CASI) technical assistance (TA) Initiative! This was a joint a effort between OFA and the Office of Community Services (OCS) to provide TA to program partners developing a joint action plan to support community well-being.