TANE 1935-1996:AFDC Aid to Families with Dependent Children 1996-present: TANF Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Programs are largely targeted toward single parent households with children under 186 TANF • 1935-1996: AFDC – Aid to Families with Dependent Children • 1996-present: TANF – Temporary Assistance for Needy Families • Programs are largely targeted toward single parent households with children under 18