Public Assistance Division 

Ohio Works First (OWF) 

Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)  is the federal program that funds many cash assistance programs across Ohio.  The dollars provide a monthly check to low-income families with minor children in the home.

In Ohio, the TANF program is called Ohio Works First (OWF).  The OWF program provides temporary support to families while parents work their way toward becoming self-sufficient.  There  must be at least one minor child living in the home to be eligible for OWF.  

Families may receive cash assistance for 36 months (which does not have to be consecutive).  That assistance can be extended if circumstances warrant.

Eligibility is based on the family's income and the number of people living in the home.  In addition, adults must be working or involved in an approved work activity for at least 40 hours per week.

For further information on the Ohio Works First Program,

click on the link below:

OWF Fact Sheet

                                   85 N. Grant St.,   P.O. Box 72

                                Millersburg, OH  44654

                                 (330)674-1111  or  (800)971-7979

                               Fax:(330)674-0770 - TTY (330)674-0966

                                Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM