Q: What if I’m Native American but I’m not enrolled?
	A: You must be able to obtain verification from your tribe that proves your Native American lineage.
	Q: How do I apply for Tribal TANF?
	A: Your first step is to contact the nearest Tribal TANF office in order to determine eligibility.
	Q: Do I have to live on the reservation?
	A: You don’t have to live on the reservation to qualify for Tribal TANF, but you need to live in San Diego County or Santa Barbara County service areas.
	Q: Can I be on Tribal TANF if I’m working?
	A: Yes, even if you are working, you may qualify for Tribal TANF services and assistance.
	Q: Can I be on Tribal TANF and go to school?
	A: Yes, we encourage education.
	Q: Is Tribal TANF the same as CalWORKS?
	A: Tribal TANF is similar to CalWORKS, however, we provide additional services for participants. If you are currently on CalWORKS, you may have your case transferred to the nearest Tribal TANF office.
	Q: Can I participate in Tribal TANF even though I’m receiving foster care money from the county?
	A: You can receive Tribal TANF while you are waiting for foster care monies to start, or you can choose Tribal TANF and not receive assistance from the county.
	Q: Can I be on Tribal TANF if my grandchildren are living with me but I don’t have legal custody?
	A: Yes. We will have you submit a notarized form from the parents that lists you as temporary guardian.
	Q: Do I have to complete work or education hours?
	A: No. Guardians who are deemed self sufficient will only receive services for the children in their care. Therefore, they are not required to complete work or education hours.

 

• IHC EVENTS

• CALIFORNIA TRIBAL TANF PARTNERSHIP (CTTP)


• COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO: ACCESS


• GRATON RANCHERIA


• HOOPA VALLEY TRIBE (HOOPA)


• INTERTRIBAL COURT


• MORONGO BAND OF MISSION INDIANS (MORONGO)


• NORTH FORK RANCHERIA (NFR)


• OWENS VALLEY CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (OVCDC)


• RINCON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER


• ROUND VALLEY INDIAN TRIBES


• SCTCA


• SOBOBA BAND OF LUISEÑO INDIANS (SOBOBA)


• TORRES-MARTINEZ TRIBAL TANF (TMTT)


• TRIBAL TANF CALIFORNIA REGIONS


• USDA COMMODITY FOOD PROGRAM


• WASHOE TRIBE OF NEVADA AND CALIFORNIA (WASHOE)


• YUROK TRIBE (YUROK)