Ohio leaders came together at the United Way 2025 ALICE Policy Summit to tackle the barriers faced by working families. From reducing the benefits cliff to expanding childcare and job supports, the message was clear: lasting stability takes shared accountability
New ALICE research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistance Co-Authored by: Maryam Kiefer & Thomas Moore In 2023, 27% of workers in Ohio’s 20 most common jobs lived in
New ALICE research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistance Co-Authored by: Maryam Kiefer & Thomas Moore In 2023, 27% of workers in Ohio’s 20 most common jobs lived in
Cleveland is a city known for its philanthropic spirit, understanding a thriving community includes organizations that prioritize giving back. At United Way, we see this commitment through the dedication and support of the workplace campaign. Not only do Cleveland corporations
For Tom and Joanie Adler, philanthropy is a way of life. Their journey in giving back to the community has evolved over decades, shaped by childhood memories, family values, and a deep commitment to making a difference. Today, their impact
Ohio is facing a growing challenge that’s quietly affecting thousands of working families: the theft of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. Criminals are using techniques like skimming and cloning EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) cards to steal food assistance meant
Economic Mobility Alliance Ohio coalition aims to advance effective policy, providing relief and a path toward economic mobility for all Ohioans. CLEVELAND/CINCINNATI/COLUMBUS (August 14, 2024): Now is the time for Ohio to address benefits cliffs according to the newly-formed Economic
This guest post is authored by Abby Westbrook, the Executive Director of Collaborate Cleveland. We live in a complicated country. We pride ourselves on innovation, a deep entrepreneurial spirit, and family values. Yet our current national and Ohio policies around
Statement from Sharon Sobol Jordan, United Way of Greater Cleveland’s President & CEO March 25, 2024 — “We applaud Cleveland City Council on the introduction of Universal Basic Employment legislation, which includes funding for the two-year research and development phase
United Way of Greater Cleveland’s Public Policy Vision is to make Greater Cleveland the best place to live, work, gain an education, and raise a family. To address the long-term systemic issues that plague our community, we engage in public
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