Children Benefiting From Reach Up (2005–2020)

Definition

Percent of children under age 18 who live in households receiving (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) TANF cash benefits.  TANF programs in Vermont include Reach Up, Reach Ahead, and Reach First.

Data Source

Vermont Agency of Human Services, Department for Children and Families, Economic Services Division

Notes

Data is expressed as 3-year rolling averages based on snapshots of April
enrollment (e.g., 2017-2019 data is the average of April 2017, April 2018,
and
April 2019).  The population of children under 18 used as the denominator in these rate
calculations is a 3-year rolling average derived
from Vermont Department of Health/U.S Census population estimates.

Last Updated

2024-01