Who is ALICE?
ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households earn above the Federal Poverty Level, yet they are not eligible for assistance and can’t afford the basic household necessities, including housing, childcare, food, transportation, and health care.
ALICE represents those who are working but struggle to afford the basic necessities of life. Those experiencing ALICE may be hidden in plain sight – your child care worker, the cashier at your supermarket, a home health aide, an office clerk. They are often forced to make tough choices, such as deciding between quality childcare or paying the rent, which have long-term consequences, not only for their families, but for us all.
All across our region, families are working hard but still walking a financial tightrope.
United Way Inner Banks aim to be the pulse of our communities, deeply understanding the challenges ALICE workers face – those hardworking individuals on the edge of financial stability. By leveraging data from the United For ALICE Research Center, our United Way gains crucial insights into the daily struggles and tough choices.
COMING SOON!
United Ways of North Carolina have worked together to bring this critical tool to our communities to help guide the work we do. More information and data will be provided the end of February. Check back to learn more and be on the lookout for a United for Alice Forum.