U.S. Administration for Children and Families

The U.S. Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a part of the federal government that focuses on supporting children's well-being and strengthening families. It provides funding, policy guidance, and programs to promote child health, safety, and development. ACF works with state and local agencies to ensure children grow up in safe, nurturing environments, and it offers services like child care assistance, foster care, and family support initiatives. Its goal is to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families across the United States through research, innovation, and partnership.