Center for Strong Families
No family should struggle to make ends meet. Yet, 1 in 3 working families in Pierce County can’t afford the basics. Fortunately, United Way of Pierce County and community partners are developing a plan to help families in need by providing the tools and resources they need to thrive. When we help families in our local community avert financial crisis and improve financial stability, we can prevent much more costly consequences that affect our entire community.
Investments in our Community
United Way of Pierce County (UWPC) is dedicated to supporting ALICE (asset-limited, income-constrained while employed) households – individuals and families who work hard but struggle to make ends meet.
ALICE households represent the backbone of our communities, often employed in essential jobs yet unable to cover basic living expenses due to the high cost of living. Your donation plays a crucial role in ensuring these hardworking individuals and families can thrive!
GRIT Resilience (GRIT) Cash Assistance Project
In a time marked by economic uncertainty and shifting labor markets, the need for innovative solutions to ensure household stability has never been more necessary. Direct cash assistance has emerged as a compelling strategy to address income volatility and household instability.
UNITED FOR ALICE
Many individuals and families who have a job, even two or three, are doing everything they can to make ends meet yet struggle to get by each month. ALICE represents the growing number of households who are above the Federal Poverty Line, do not qualify for many government assistance programs, and who are working yet cannot afford basic necessities to remain stable and self-sufficient.
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Community Collaborations
Community collaboration is when a group of people or organizations come together to work toward a shared goal that benefits everyone involved—especially the broader community.