How to Apply

Cash Assistance

HOW DO YOU APPLY FOR THE WFNJ TANF PROGRAM?

  • Residents of Mercer County can apply either at Mercer County Board of Social Services or online at: https://www.njhelps.gov/
  • Once the online application is received by the Mercer County Board of Social Services, the applicant will receive an appointment for an office interview. WFNJ TANF requires an in-person interview.
  • For more information, call 609-989-4320, Menu Option 1, 1

HOW DO YOU APPLY FOR THE WFNJ GA PROGRAM?

  • Residents of the following municipalities can apply at the Mercer County Board of Social Services:
    • City of Trenton, Ewing Township, Hamilton Township, Hightstown Borough, Hopewell Borough, Hopewell Township, Lawrence Township, Pennington Borough, Robbinsville Township, and West Windsor. Note: Individuals who reside in other municipalities within Mercer County should contact their municipality to apply.
  • Applicants can also apply online at: https://www.njhelps.gov/
  • Once the online application is received by the Mercer County Board of Social Services, the applicant will receive an appointment for an office interview. WFNJ GA requires an in-person interview.
  • For more information, call 609-989-4320, Menu Option 1, 1