Do you know ALICE? One in three households struggle to provide their family with basic needs. They are ALICE.
BREAKING THE CYCLE OF POVERTY
United Way of Pierce County is working to help our children and their families overcome the challenges created by poverty so they can succeed, creating a thriving community. When our community thrives, we all win. Poverty is a complex issue that requires a united effort. We can’t tackle it alone! To break the cycle of poverty in our community, it’s going to take all of us! We invite you to join us. Because great things happen when we LIVE UNITED.
In Pierce County, 12% of our families live in poverty. Another 22% struggle to provide their family with basic needs. It is our goal to increase the percentage of families with children who are financially stable.
Approximately 2 in 5 children in our community enter kindergarten without the skills to succeed. It is our goal that more kids will start kindergarten strong.
In Pierce County, 1 in 4 third graders is not reading at grade level. By age 10, kids who aren’t at grade level are more likely to drop out of school. It is our goal that more kids will read at grade level by third grade, putting them on a path for success.
The first step toward breaking the cycle of poverty is knowing where to turn for help. South Sound 2-1-1 can help callers find the right resources and get connected to programs that can get them on their feet.
Get Involved
Change starts here! You are the part of this great community. It is easy to get involved with United Way to create opportunities for a better life for everyone in our community! We encourage you to provide your personal email address so that we can keep you informed of the needs in our community and the inspiring work of the programs supported by the United Way!
