2026 TANF Block Grant Award Summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) received a Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant award of $191.0 million from the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Family Assistance (CFDA 93.558) for the fiscal year 2026 period (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026). This block grant funding enables ODHS to provide financial assistance and supportive services to low-income families with children in Oregon, with the primary objectives of enabling children to be cared for in their own homes or relatives' homes, promoting job preparation and work to reduce dependency on government benefits, and supporting the formation and maintenance of two-parent families.

As the state administrator of the TANF program, ODHS utilizes these funds to deliver a comprehensive array of assistance services including direct cash assistance to eligible families, employment training and job preparation services, child care support, and related social services designed to promote economic self-sufficiency. ODHS implements its TANF program in accordance with its federally approved state plan and disburses funds through quarterly payments following plan approval by the Administration for Children and Families. The agency frequently sub-awards portions of grant funding to local Area Agencies on Aging, non-profit organizations, and community service providers to ensure comprehensive service delivery across Oregon's communities.