New Jersey Work First (WFNJ)
New Jersey
What is New Jersey Work First (WFNJ)?
The New Jersey WorkFirst-Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency. States receive grants to design and operate programs that accomplish one of the purposes of the TANF program.
The four purposes of the TANF program are to:
- Provide assistance to needy families so that children can be cared for in their own homes
- Reduce the dependency of needy parents by promoting job preparation, work and marriage
- Prevent and reduce the incidence of out-of-wedlock pregnancies
- Encourage the formation and maintenance of two-parent families
Note: TANF is sometimes referred to by state specific names.
Administration
New Jersey Work First (WFNJ) is administered by New Jersey.
Program Requirements
To be eligible for New Jersey Work First, you must be a resident of New Jersey, and a U.S. citizen, legal alien or qualified alien. You must be unemployed or underemployed and have low or very low income. You must also be one of the following:
- Have a child 18 years of age or younger, or
- Be pregnant, or
- Be 18 years of age or younger and the head of your household.
Application Details
What is the application process for New Jersey Work First (WFNJ)?
To apply for this program, please contact the local County Welfare Agency near you.
Contact Info
(800) 792-9773