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💵 TANF Cash Assistance in East St. Louis, St. Clair County, Illinois — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for East St. Louis residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
ILState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — East St. Louis, 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 — East St. Louis, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in East St. Louis: $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 East St. Louis residents.
4
Apply In-Person — St. Clair County Office
Visit offices near East St. Louis. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — East St. Louis
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs — TANF Cash Assistance in East St. Louis
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in East St. Louis, Illinois?
Residents of East St. Louis, St. Clair 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 East St. Louis?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit St. Clair County office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in East St. Louis?
The nearest office is in St. Clair County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
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🚀 Apply for TANF Cash Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-333-4636 ← Back to St. Clair County
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📌 All Benefits in East St. Louis
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks