Self-Sufficiency Programs Community Engagement

Oregon's Self-Sufficiency Programs (SSP) provide resources, like cash and food assistance, as well as targeted services to help people move out of poverty and toward whole well-being. Programs include food benefits (SNAP), cash assistance (TANF), services for domestic violence survivors, resources for refugees and support for youth experiencing homelessness.

We encourage you to connect with us to share feedback about our programs.

Give feedback: TANF State Plan Community partner meetings Current initiatives

Draft TANF State Plan for public comment

The TANF program (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) provides a monthly cash benefit to families with children who meet income limits. The TANF State Plan is required by the federal government. It explains how TANF works in Oregon.

Share feedback by January 9

We invite you to review the draft plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026.

Read the draft TANF State Plan

Timeline: You can provide comments through Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.
How to comment: Send comments by email to tanf.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov.

Community partner meetings

SSP Partner Meetings

Held the second Thursday of each month from 2-3 p.m.
Register using the link below. After you register, you will get a confirmation email with details to join the meeting.

SNAP Partner Meetings

Held the fourth Thursday of each month from 2-3 p.m.
NOTE: December meeting will be held Thursday, December 18 due to the holiday.

Join December 18 SNAP meeting

SSP initiatives

Learn about some of our current efforts.

Opt-in for Families Family Preservation SNAP Restaurant Meals Program Pilot

Contact us

Email: ssp.directorsoffice@odhs.oregon.gov