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South Carolina

These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 4, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in South Carolina, we recommend that you visit the Governor's Executive Orders, the Department of Commerce website or the Department of Health and Environment Control's COVID-19 resources.

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Description of Program and Relief

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

South Carolina provides Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to eligible families. TANF provides cash benefits to eligible families. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19, individuals and families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible if they meet general eligibility requirements.

Government or Lead Agency

South Carolina Department of Social Services

Dates Available

Available now

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

An online benefit calculator to help determine eligibility for TANF and other benefits is available here: https://scmapp.sc.gov/EA/ApplicantInformation.aspx.

TANF benefits are limited to U.S. citizens and certain immigrants with legal status (Lawful Permanent Residents, Refugees and Asylees) with a dependent child, to whom they are related, living in the household. Applicants that are considered to be work-eligible must complete an initial job search and meet certain work requirements. Further, applicants with established spousal support or child support from absent parents must cooperate with the Department of Social Services in pursuing such support from the absent parent.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

For more information on eligibility, available benefits, and to apply online, please visit: https://scmapp.sc.gov/

For more information on eligibility, available benefits, and to apply in person, by mail or fax, please contact your local county office: https://dss.sc.gov/contact/

List of Additional Information

https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/tanf/

https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/tanf/faq/


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