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Assets for Independence (AFI) Program Overview Office of Community Services Administration for Children and Families U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

► Part of the US Department of Health & Human Services. ► One of the key human services agencies within HHS. ► Promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals and communities. ► Responsible for funding many programs and services, including Head Start, child care, child welfare, child support, LIHEAP, family violence prevention, TANF, CSBG, and refugee services. Administration for Children and Families (ACF)

Assets for Independence (AFI) Program ► Purpose: Demonstrate and support an assets-based approach for increasing the economic self-sufficiency of low-income individuals and families. ► What is asset building? Supporting the acquisition of assets (both tangible, such as a home, and intangible, such as education) that can increase opportunities, build wealth, and increase economic stability.  Income-support strategies, such as cash assistance and SNAP (food stamps), act as a safety net.  Asset-building strategies act as a ladder.

AFI Award Information ► AFI is a discretionary grant program.  Competitively awarded; typically more than one competition per fiscal year.  Program is implemented by grantees.  Organizations can have more than one AFI grant at a time. ► General grant information:  Maximum award: $1,000,000  Minimum award: $10,000  Grants have a 5 year period.

► In FY 2014, AFI was appropriated $ million.  Approximately $10 million was awarded as grants.  Total of 44 grant awards were made. Fiscal Year 2014 Information

Which entities are eligible for AFI grants? ► AFI is authorized to award grants to the following entities:  Non-profit entities with 501(c)(3) status.  State or local government agencies or tribal governments applying jointly with a non-profit with 501(c)(3) status.  Federally certified Low-Income Credit Unions and Community Development Financial Institutions.

Assets for Independence (AFI) Program ► Grantees provide Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) and related services to low-income people.  IDAs are special use, matched savings accounts.  AFI IDAs may be used for: To purchase a first home, To capitalize a business, or To fund post-secondary education or training.

► Grantees are required to provide 100% non-federal cash match for their AFI grant. Application must document committed funds. ► Grantees must expend at least 85% of project funds (both the federal AFI grant and non-federal funds) to match participant IDA savings. ► Grantees must match participant IDA savings at a rate within the allowable range. ► All asset purchases must be made in accordance with the specific requirements for each qualified expense. Key AFI Program Requirements

Participant Eligibility 1.Any individual who is a member of a household that is eligible for assistance under their state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. OR

Participant Eligibility, cont. 2.Any individual who is a member of a household that meets both of the following requirements:  Income Test - Adjusted gross income of the household is equal to or less than 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines or the earned income tax credit limits.  Net Worth Test - Net worth of the household, as of the end of the calendar year preceding the determination of eligibility, does not exceed $10,000 (excluding value of the primary residence and one vehicle).

► Kim would like to purchase her first home. ► An AFI grantee in her community determines that she is eligible and Kim opens her IDA. ► The AFI grantee matches Kim's savings at a rate of $2 for every $1. ► There is a local homeownership program through which Kim can purchase her home with $6,000 for down payment and closing costs. How AFI Works: A Participant’s Perspective

► For 3 years, Kim saves $55 per month of her earned income, working towards a goal of $2000 in her IDA. ► During this time, she receives tax assistance, financial education, and homeownership preparation from the AFI grantee and its partners. ► Kim saves $2,000 and purchases her home using her savings plus $4000 from the AFI grantee ($2,000 federal/$2,000 non- federal). How AFI Works: A Participant’s Perspective

How AFI Works: Kim’s IDA $2000 Savings $4000 Matching Combined $6000 for Home $2,000 Federal + $2,000 Non - Federal Kim saves $2,000

AFI Resource Center The access point for AFI program technical assistance, including resources for potential applicants. ► Website: idaresources.acf.hhs.govidaresources.acf.hhs.gov  Grantee Locator: ► Help Desk:  Phone: 