Wyoming POWER
TANF is a program for low income families with children. In Wyoming, this program is known as POWER, a shorthand for Personal Opportunities With Employment Responsibilities.
POWER is a time-limited cash assistance program designed to assist families near the poverty level to become self-sufficient through a combination of employment, cash support and other supportive resources.
All eligible families in Wyoming receive at least 24 months of assistance through Wyoming POWER but no more than 60 months in a lifetime.
FAQ
Who is eligible for welfare in Wyoming?
In order to qualify for welfare in Wyoming, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be responsible for daily care of a child under the age of 18.
- Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
- Be a resident of the state of Wyoming.
- Meet income and resource requirements.
The law requires all adult recipients ages 16-59 who aren’t disabled to participate in work-related activities and cooperate with child support as a condition of eligibility.
The required work activities include job search, job preparation, work experience, job training, and/or education.
What is the income limit for TANF in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, a family is considered “needy” when their countable income is less than $1,469 a month for a single-parent family of three. The limit for countable resources is $5,000.
How much is TANF in Wyoming?
How much TANF money you’ll receive in Wyoming largely depends on several factors including your family’s income, household size, and other criteria.
For example, a family of three, with no income and little resources, could receive monthly cash assistance in the amount of $869.
How do I apply for welfare 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.
For more information on the Wyoming TANF/POWER program, please contact
Kayla Caines
SNAP/POWER Program Manager
Wyoming Department of Family Services
307-856-6522