Tribal TANF Program

Provides cash assistance on a time-limited basis to increase families' ability to achieve self-sufficiency. Services include cash assistance, housing expenses, emergency shelter, utilities, food (non-recurring, short-term), and diversion services for employed individuals facing barriers. Also work experience opportunities and career coaching.

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Operated byTribal

Who qualifies

Any enrolled tribal citizen

Income Based

Verification of at least one member of the applicant family who is a citizen (enrolled) of a federally recognized tribe. Must meet income guidelines and have dependent children in the home. Work requirements: 20 hours/week single-parent; 30 hours/week two-parent; non-needy caretaker relatives exempt.

How to apply

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Apply in-person at Okmulgee, Wetumka, or Jenks offices; mail to PO Box 580, Okmulgee, OK 74447; use drop box at entrance; or email eligibility form.

Where it's available

11-county Muscogee (Creek) Nation Reservation in east-central Oklahoma

PO Box 580, Okmulgee, OK 74447 (plus Wetumka and Jenks offices)

Get in touch

Phone918-549-2880 Websitewww.muscogeenation.com/department-of-community-and-human-services/tanf EmailTANF@MuscogeeNation.com

OfficePO Box 580, Okmulgee, OK 74447 (plus Wetumka and Jenks offices)

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Last verified against the official source on 2026-04-17.

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Muscogee (Creek) Nation · FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Tribal TANF Program

Provides cash assistance on a time-limited basis to increase families’ ability to achieve self-sufficiency. Services include cash assistance, housing expenses, emergency shelter, utilities, food (non-recurring, short-term), and diversion services for employed individuals facing barriers. Also work experience opportunities and career coaching.