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.
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.
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.
Kids in struggling families often lack access to nutritious food outside of school, homework help and even books to read. We want to help kids be successful by giving them the tools they need.
The first step toward breaking the cycle of poverty is helping a family get stable. Providing them with basic needs, such as food and the resources available through South Sound 2-1-1, help get them on their feet.
Get Involved
Ending the Cycle of Poverty 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!