Federal Block Grant Award Summary

The State of Alaska Department of Health received a $33.3M block grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program (CFDA 93.558) for the fiscal year 2026 period (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026). The TANF block grant provides funding to states to assist low-income families with children through financial assistance and supportive services designed to promote self-sufficiency and economic independence.

Under this award, Alaska will deliver core TANF program services including direct financial assistance to eligible low-income families with children, job preparation and employment training services, child care assistance, and case management designed to facilitate work and family stability. The funding supports Alaska's implementation of its state TANF plan, which must comply with federal requirements to enable children to be cared for in their own homes or relatives' homes, reduce dependence on government benefits, and promote the formation and maintenance of two-parent families. Funds are disbursed through quarterly payments following plan approval, with the recipient required to maintain comprehensive records and comply with applicable federal audit and accountability standards under 2 CFR Part 200 and HHS-specific provisions in 2 CFR Part 300.