Children, youth, families, individuals and communities who are resilient, safe, healthy, and economically secure
Mission
To foster health and well-being by providing federal leadership, partnership and resources for the compassionate and effective delivery of human services
Values
- Dedication…to promoting hope and opportunity for those in need of human services
- Excellence…in our performance, exemplified by innovations and solutions that are anchored in available evidence, build knowledge and transcend boundaries
- Professionalism…in the manner in which we provide services, the attitude we bring, the relationships we build, and our commitment to the mission of the Administration for Children and Families
- Integrity…of the Administration for Children and Families as an organization, personified in ethical conduct by each of us
- Stewardship…of the resources entrusted to us by the people of the United States and accountability for and transparency in our actions as public servants
- Respect…for those we serve, with whom we work and with whom we partner
What We Do
The Administration for Children & Families (ACF) is a division of the Department of Health & Human Services. ACF promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals and communities.
ACF programs aim to:
- Empower families and individuals to increase their economic independence and productivity
- Encourage strong, healthy, supportive communities that have a positive impact on quality of life and the development of children
- Create partnerships with front-line service providers, states, localities and tribal communities to identify and implement solutions that transcend traditional program boundaries
- Improve access to services through planning, reform and integration
- Address the needs, strengths and abilities of vulnerable populations including people with developmental disabilities, refugees and migrants