TANF Applications | State of Missouri: Family Support Division: St. Louis City: Chouteau Office

Receives applications for TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) program provides temporary financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter and utilities. Also, may include GED preparation, vocational training, post secondary education, vocational rehabilitation, classes in basic English, help with childcare and work stipends.

Date of Last Formal Update

08/05/2024

Data provided by

United Way of Greater St Louis 211

Physical Address

3101 Chouteau Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63103

Hours

Mon, Tue - 8:00am to 4:45pm, Wed - 9:00am to 4:45pm, Thu, Fri - 8:00am to 4:45pm

Voice

314-256-7000

Main

Application process

- Come in to complete an application - Completed application can be dropped off in person, mailed or faxed

Fee

No Fees

Required documents

- Photo ID - Proof of Income - Proof of Residence - Social Security Card

Eligibility

Applicant must be low-income, a Missouri resident and the parent or legal caretaker of a child who is either under age 18 years or the child is attending high school or equivalent and is expected to graduate before age 19 years - Upon approval of TANF, the recipient must participate in employment and training services through the Missouri Work Assistance (MWA) program which helps TANF recipients transition from TANF to a job by helping set goals and get the skills needed to find a job and support the recipient’s family - Contact office on additional eligibility requirements

Languages

English - The "Language Line" will be used for individuals with limited English proficiency

Service area

St. Louis City in Missouri

Agency info

STATE OF MISSOURI FAMILY SUPPORT DIVISION ST LOUIS CITY

Providing family support services. Services include TANF Applications, Child Care Expense Assistance, Medicaid Applications, Food Stamps/SNAP Applications, Extreme Cold Warming Centers, Extreme Heat Cooling Centers, and Disaster Food Stamps. ALSO KNOWN AS STATE OF MISSOURI: DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES STATE OF MISSOURI: FAMILY SUPPORT DIVISION: SAINT LOUIS CITY DIVISION OF FAMILY SERVICES