Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Pregnancy Centers

This Congressional Research Service report explains how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) interacts with pregnancy centers and the role these organizations can play in providing services to pregnant women and families. It provides background on TANF funding, allowable uses, and how states may work with pregnancy centers and other community organizations.

For TANF practitioners, the resource can help clarify how TANF resources may be used to support families through community-based partnerships. It is particularly useful for understanding the policy considerations involved when TANF agencies work with organizations that provide family planning and pregnancy-related services, referrals, and other supports. The resource can help program staff and leaders better understand the options and boundaries for using TANF funds while considering how partnerships can connect families to a broader range of services.