Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federal program in the United States designed to provide financial support to low-income families with children. The program aims to help families achieve self-sufficiency by offering cash assistance, job training, and other resources. TANF is administered by individual states, which have the flexibility to create their own eligibility requirements and benefits. TANF was established in 1996 as part of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act. The program emphasizes work and personal responsibility, encouraging recipients to find employment and improve their economic situation. Funding for TANF comes from federal block grants, which states can use to support various family assistance programs.