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Indiana TANF: monthly cash help for families with children

Indiana statewide · Checked 2026-10-28

Get these first

a child under 18 in your care; Social Security numbers; very low income; IMPACT job-search orientation for most adults

Steps

  1. Write down Social Security numbers for everyone.
  2. Apply on the FSSA Benefits Portal or at a DFR office (benefits line 800-403-0864, see Indiana SNAP (food assistance) fast: expedited benefits within 7 days).
  3. Go to the IMPACT job-search orientation if told to.
  4. Make 6 employer contacts, 3 of them job applications, before approval.

Official details

What you can get
provides cash assistance and supportive services to assist families with children under age 18 Official source
Who can get it
The gross income limit is 35% of the federal poverty level. Official source
What to bring
Individuals must provide Social Security numbers and meet state residency, citizenship/ immigration status, employment and child support assignment requirements. Official source
How to apply
Individuals who do not have access to a computer or internet can apply at a local DFR office. Official source
Where to apply
Not confirmed yet
Who decides
Not confirmed yet
How fast they decide
are required to attend Applicant Job Search Orientation and complete a minimum of 6 employer contacts, 3 of which have to be applications for employment Official source
Keep your benefits during an appeal
Not confirmed yet

Sources