Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP)

Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP) is Louisiana’s version of TANF that provides cash assistance to low-income families with children.

The overall goal of FITAP is to decrease the long-term dependency on public assistance by promoting job preparation and work. As a result, all work-eligible FITAP recipients must participate in work activities through the STEP program or face ineligibility for cash benefits.

Louisiana’s Strategies to Empower People Program (STEP) provides a range of services, including vocational training and GED preparation.

FAQ

How do I qualify for cash assistance in Louisiana?

In order to qualify for cash assistance in Louisiana, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Be a resident of the state of Louisiana.
Be pregnant or have a child under age 19.
Be unemployed or under employed with very low wages.

What is the income limit for TANF in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, a family is considered “needy” when their countable income, both earned and unearned, are equal to or less than the payment standards shown below:

Household Size	Income Limit
1	$244
2	$376
3	$484
4	$568
5	$654
6	$732
7	$804
8	$882

The amounts shown represent income eligibility thresholds by household size. Families with income at or below these limits may be eligible for TANF benefits.

How much does TANF pay in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, TANF benefits vary by household size, income, and available resources. A family of three with no income may receive up to $484 per month.

Household Size	Payment
1	$244
2	$376
3	$484
4	$568
5	$654
6	$732
7	$804
8	$882

The amounts shown represent the maximum cash benefits available to families with no countable income. Actual payments may vary based on a family’s income and other eligibility factors.

How do I apply for FITAP in Louisiana?

Applications for FITAP and other Louisiana public benefits can be made online via LA CAFÉ . If you do not already have a CAFÉ account, please create one.

Once the application is filed, an eligibility worker will set up an interview, by phone or in person, to screen your likely eligibility.

If you have questions about FITAP, please call
(888) 524-3578

Kinship Care Subsidy Program (KCSP)

The second form of cash assistance in Louisiana is the Kinship Care Subsidy Program for eligible children who live with qualified relatives other than parents.