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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) | Department of Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Resources for Those Affected by the Violence in Lewiston Office for Family Independence Office for Family Independence → Programs & Services → Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment (HOPE) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Disability Determination Services Fraud Investigation and Recovery Unit Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) TANF provides cash assistance to families while they work towards becoming self-sufficient.
Once enrolled in TANF you may also be eligible for help receiving job training and education. Families with dependent children living in their home The My Maine Connection portal also offers a prescreening tool that can help you find out if you may be eligible. Option 1: Apply online through My Maine Connection .
Option 2: Download and mail an application . Office for Family Independence Option 3: E-mail an application to Farmington. DHHS@Maine.
gov Option 4: Fax an application to (207) 778-8429. Option 5: Visit one of our district offices and apply in person. Call 1-855-797-4357 (Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm).
Select the TANF line option when prompted. Additional Support for People in Retraining and Employment (ASPIRE) The ASPIRE program helps TANF and PaS participants move towards financial independence through job training, educational supports, work supports, job search, resume writing, interviewing skills, and family well-being workshops.
The Office for Family Independence refers participants to Fedcap Families to complete a program Orientation and a Welcome Meeting. Fedcap will discuss the individual's employment goals and complete assessments to determine their interests, skills, and the supports - including education or training needed to reach their goals.
The Fedcap team also works to create a customized Career Plan, which is also known as the Family Contract Amendment (FCA). The Career Plan will include short and long-term goals that can be checked off as they are completed. ASPIRE provides support services that are needed to meet an individual's employment goals and take the steps listed in their Career Plan.
The supports may include childcare, gas money, car repairs, auto insurance, school bills and fees, books, and supplies, and other needs to help achieve your goals. More in depth information about ASPIRE Support Services and a brief explanation of support can be reviewed here.
Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment (HOPE) HOPE helps Maine parents enroll in and complete training and education beyond high school by providing financial support for costs related to training and education. Learn more about the HOPE program . Parents as Scholars (PaS) A monthly benefit through TANF that helps parents working through a two- or four-year degree-granting education program.
Alternative Aid Assistance Alternative Aid Assistance assists TANF eligible parents who need short term help to find or maintain employment. Voucher payments, equal to up to three months of TANF benefits, are made available to families to help them with employment related expenses and avoid the need for TANF benefits.
Emergency Assistance (EA) is a program for Maine families with children under the age of 21 or pregnant individuals in their third trimester of pregnancy.
EA can potentially help a family with recent damage or loss of property from a natural disaster, the repair/replacement of essential home systems, eviction (not due to the misuse of property), utility shut off, or special equipment due to disability which is not covered by the Office of MaineCare Services or the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation.
There are payment maximums for each emergency category and payments are issued directly to vendors. TANF Transitional Benefits Transitional Child Care (TCC) can help former TANF recipients pay for work related child care. Transitional Transportation (TT) can help working families pay for transportation related expenses for a period of time.
Learn more about the TT program.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Low-income families with children; eligibility criteria vary by state. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies by state and family size Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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BJA FY24 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program is a grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance that funds community-based reentry services for individuals returning from incarceration. The program supports nonprofit organizations and federally recognized tribal governments that partner with correctional agencies to deliver reentry programming. Awards have historically reached up to $750,000. Community-based nonprofit organizations and federally recognized tribal governments with demonstrated partnerships with correctional agencies are eligible. The application deadline was May 6, 2024.
ALCWF Grant Program is a grant from the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation that funds nonprofit programs supporting the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare of children and youth across the United States. Since 1954, the foundation has awarded over million to youth-serving organizations. Grants support research, programs, and activities with national or large regional impact — not day-to-day operating costs, brick-and-mortar construction, or government fund matching. Eligible applicants are tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations; grants are never made to individuals. Grant amounts are not publicly specified. The 2026 application cycle required submission to American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis by July 15, 2025.
Adoption Opportunities is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children's Bureau. This program aims to eliminate barriers to adoption and provide permanent, loving home environments for children from foster care, particularly those with special needs. It supports activities that promote knowledge development and services for children and families.