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💵 TANF Cash Assistance in Forest City, Mason County, Illinois — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Forest City residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
ILState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Forest City, Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

📝 How to Apply — Forest City, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in Forest City: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-800-333-4636
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Forest City residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Mason County Office
Visit offices near Forest City. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Forest City
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs — TANF Cash Assistance in Forest City
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in Forest City, Illinois?
Residents of Forest City, Mason County, Illinois with income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-333-4636.
How to apply for TANF Cash Assistance in Forest City?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit Mason County office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in Forest City?
The nearest office is in Mason County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Forest City, Illinois
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance
🚀 Apply for TANF Cash Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-333-4636 ← Back to Mason County
🔔 Illinois Alerts 2026
Free alerts when TANF Cash Assistance changes in Illinois.
📌 All Benefits in Forest City
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks