WYOMING

Wyoming Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Wyoming TANF, known as POWER, a shorthand for Personal Opportunities With Employment Responsibilities, provides temporary cash assistance to lower income families in Wyoming.

Beyond cash payments, the program assists with:

• Employment help: Resume building, practice interviews, and job search assistance.
• Childcare and Transportation: Funding for preschool and travel costs related to work activities.
• Life Skills: Training in budgeting, parenting, and time management.

How much is cash assistance in Wyoming?

In Wyoming, TANF benefits vary by household size, income, and available resources. A family of three with no income may receive up to $939 per month in cash assistance.

How do I apply for TANF in Wyoming?

You may apply for TANF/POWER by contacting your local DFS office  near you and ask to speak to a POWER Case Manager.

Wyoming Department of Family Services
Public Assistance / Benefits Assistance
(307) 777-7564

Wyoming Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP provides Wyoming’s low-income families with food assistance benefits to help pay for groceries, offering crucial support as they move from welfare to work.

Eligibility is determined by certain factors, mainly your income and household size. In general, families with gross income less than 130% of the federal poverty level may qualify for SNAP benefits.

How do I apply for food stamps in Wyoming?

Submit your application to your local DFS office  in person. After receiving your application, a DFS employee will contact you to schedule a phone or face-to-face interview with a benefit specialist.

Wyoming Department of Family Services
Public Assistance / Benefits Assistance
(307) 777-7564

Cent$ible Nutrition Program

Cent$ible Nutrition Program (CNP) is a free cooking and nutrition education program for SNAP participants in Wyoming.

What CNP offers:

• Free cooking and nutrition education classes for both children and adults
• In-person and online resources
• Classes that focus on nutrition, physical activity, and how to eat healthier on a budget
• Classes that follow the USDA MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

You are eligible for CNP classes if your income is at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. If you are interested, please call (877) 219-4646 to register.

Commodity Supplement Food Program (CSFP)

Commodity Supplement Food Program (CSFP) provides a monthly food box, at no charge, for clients age 60 or older and are income eligible.

Currently CSFP is available in Laramie County, Natrona County, and Platte County. For additional information regarding CSFP, please contact (307) 856-6522.

The Wyoming Hunger Initiative has set up a number of food resources, listed by county. If you need assistance, find your community’s resources at www.nohungerwyo.org .

Wyoming Medicaid

Wyoming Medicaid is a health coverage program that provides medical benefits to eligible low-income residents, including children, pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with disabilities.

Covered services include doctor visits, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, laboratory tests, x-rays, and prescription drugs. It also offers “waiver” programs for long-term care in home or community settings.

Presumptive Eligibility  (PE) is also available for certain individuals, primarily for pregnant women, to get temporary coverage while their full application is being processed.

What is the income limit for Medicaid in Wyoming?

Because Wyoming has not adopted Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act, eligibility for non-disabled adults is limited to parents with incomes below 43% of the poverty level. Adults without dependent children are not eligible for Medicaid in Wyoming regardless of how low their income is.

Medicaid covers children under age 6 and pregnant women with family income at or below 159% of the federal poverty level. Children ages 6–18 are covered up to 138% of the poverty level.

How do I apply for Medicaid in Wyoming?

Applications for Medicaid can be made online through Wyoming Eligibility System  (WES) or over the phone by contacting the Customer Service Center (CSC) at (855) 294-2127.

You may also visit a DFS field office  in your county to request an application and get help with the process from a caseworker.

Wyoming Department of Health
Customer Service Center
(855) 294-2127

Wyoming Kid Care CHIP

Kid Care CHIP is Wyoming’s Children’s Health Insurance Program designed to provide health, vision and dental insurance to Wyoming’s children and teens through the age of 18.

Kid Care CHIP is available to children in families with income below 205% of the federal poverty level who earn too much to qualify for Medicaid.

While preventive services like check-ups and dental visits are free, some plans (Plan B and Plan C) may require small co-payments  for other medical visits.

How do I apply for CHIP in Wyoming?

The easiest way to apply for Kid Care CHIP is to submit your application online through Wyoming Eligibility System  (WES) or by phone by calling

Wyoming Department of Health
Customer Service Center
(855) 294-2127

Wyoming Special Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Wyoming WIC is a short-term nutrition program designed to safeguard the health of nutritionally at-risk women, infants, and children up to age 5.

It does this by providing nutrition and health education, healthy foods — such as fresh fruits and vegetables — and other support services to eligible families.

What is the income limit for WIC in Wyoming?

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC is available to families whose income is at or below 185% of the poverty level.¹ For example, a family of three may qualify with a monthly income of up to $4,212.

Families already receiving SNAP, TANF or Wyoming Medicaid benefits also qualify for WIC.

How to apply for WIC in Wyoming?

WIC has local offices all over Wyoming. Find your local WIC Clinic  to set up your first appointment as soon as you are pregnant, or at any time during your pregnancy, or if you have children under the age of five.

Wyoming Department of Health
WIC Eligibility & Clinic Referrals
(307) 777-7515

Wyoming Child Care Subsidy Program

Wyoming’s Child Care Subsidy Program helps low-income families in the state pay for child care while parents are working, in school, or participating in training.

Since it is a subsidy, the program pays for part of the child care costs, and the parent co-pays for a portion based on their income, family size and the number of children in care.

What is the income limit for child care assistance in Wyoming?

Eligibility is based on the family’s gross income and household size. In Wyoming, eligibility at initial application is capped at 175% of the federal poverty level.

Families with monthly incomes under 100% of the federal poverty level, or about $2,277 for a family of three, are exempt from co-payments or family contributions.

How do I apply for child care assistance in Wyoming?

If you’re applying for the first time, contact the DFS office  in your county or apply online through ECARES , a web-based system for parents and guardians needing child care.

Wyoming Department of Family Services
Child Care Subsidy Eligibility & Enrollment
(307) 777-7564

Wyoming Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provides nutritious meals and snacks to infants and children as a regular part of their day care. The program aims to improve the quality of nutrition offered at a critical time in young children’s development.

The majority of CACFP participants are preschool-aged children up to 12 years of age as well as those living in emergency shelters.

If you wish to know more about the Child and Adult Care Food Program, get in touch with the Wyoming Department of Education at (307) 777-7168.

Wyoming Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming Wyoming Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) provides heating assistance for low-income families and individuals pay their heating bills during the winter months.

It helps cover the costs of electricity, natural gas, propane, wood, diesel heating oil, coal and pellets when these are used for heating a home.

Eligible households, both homeowners and renters, may receive a one-time credit up to $1,901 deposited directly into their utility accounts.

What is the income limit for LIEAP in Wyoming?

Income eligible households are those at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI). Use the chart of household income limits below to see if you are eligible for LIEAP.

When you apply for LIEAP, you are automatically considered for the Weatherization Assistance Program, which helps improve home energy efficiency year-round.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Wyoming?

For seasonal LIEAP benefits, applications are accepted from October 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027 through the DFS application portal .

If you face a life-threatening situation, such as a furnace failure or utility shutoff, call 1-800-246-4221 immediately to apply for expedited help.

Wyoming Department of Family Services
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
(800) 246-4221

What happened to LIHWAP in Wyoming?

Federal funding for LIHWAP has ended, so Wyoming is no longer accepting applications and households cannot currently receive benefits from the program. Customers who are behind on a water bill can contact their utility or dial 2-1-1 for information about other assistance.

Wyoming Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Wyoming Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) helps reduce energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes, while improving home safety.

Services may include, but are not limited to, insulation of attics and walls, heating system repairs or replacement, installation of energy-efficient lighting and refrigerators.

Families with an income up to 200% of the federal poverty level are eligible for WAP assistance. Preference is given to the elderly, persons with disabilities, and families with children under five.

The program is administered through the state Department of Family Services and local agencies, including Wyoming Weatherization Services and the Council of Community Services.

Council of Community Services
Serves Campbell, Crook, Johnson, Sheridan, and Weston counties.
(307) 686-2730

Wyoming Weatherization Services
Serves the remaining 18 counties.
(307) 347-2200

Wyoming Hathaway Scholarship

The Hathaway Scholarship  is a merit- and need-based scholarship program designed for eligible Wyoming high school graduates attending postsecondary institutions in Wyoming.

The Hathaway is exclusive to the State of Wyoming and can be used at any of the seven Wyoming Community Colleges and the University of Wyoming.

Awards are structured into four tiers  based on high school GPA, ACT/SAT scores, and completion of the “Success Curriculum”.

The Honors, Performance, and Opportunity tiers can be used at UW or community colleges. The Provisional Opportunity tier must first be used at a Wyoming community college.

To be considered, students must submit an application for admission to a Wyoming postsecondary institution and complete the Hathaway Scholarship application provided by the institution’s financial aid office.

Wyoming Department of Education
Hathaway Scholarship Program Consultant
(307) 777-6226