Six Ways to Strengthen TANF
Families experiencing poverty need access to cash assistance to help them afford their basic needs and maintain stability. Families use assistance provided by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to pay for rent, utilities, diapers, food, transportation, and other necessities. Many families in need may not have access to the program, particularly in states where Black children are more likely to live. This infographic outlines six recommendations to strengthen the effectiveness of the TANF program.