United Way’s 2026 ALICE data reveals a growing reality in Greater Cleveland: More families are working, yet more are struggling Nearly half of Cuyahoga County households cannot afford the basics Media contact:Katie Connell, United Way of Greater Cleveland: 404.895.5513 and
Economic mobility is not a single outcome. It is progress that holds over time. As United Way of Greater Cleveland prepares to launch the 2026 Community Impact investment cycle, we are building on the insight, momentum, and partnerships of the
United Way of Greater Cleveland brought together nearly 300 volunteers for a Day of Action on National 211 Day to provide free access to everyday essentials in thirty Blessings Boxes available at all Cleveland Public Libraries. On National 211 Day,
CLEVELAND, OH — An independent evaluation by Stout Risius Ross, LLC confirms that Cleveland’s Eviction Right to Counsel program (RTC-C) continues to deliver significant benefits for tenants, the court system, and the broader community, helping thousands of Cleveland residents avoid
United Way of Greater Cleveland launches 211 resource finder at 211oh.org as food becomes No. 1 need among callers Calls to 211 for food-related assistance have more than doubled, reflecting the depth of hardship residents are experiencing throughout Greater Cleveland
Contact: Kristyn Wilson 614-354-6490 New research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistance COLUMBUS, OHIO – In 2023, 27% of workers in Ohio’s 20 most common jobs lived in households
Working, and still falling short New United for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) statistics show 1 in 4 Cuyahoga County workers struggle to get by, with Geauga County not far behind. Report shows that lifting all Ohio households to
United Way of Greater Cleveland commemorates 211 day, celebrating a lifeline for the community and launching a community awareness campaign CLEVELAND (February 11, 2025) – Today United Way of Greater Cleveland celebrates 211 Day, an annual observance honoring 211, a
New independent report highlights Right to Counsel keeps Clevelanders in their homes; delivers significant economic benefits for the community Media Contacts:Melanie Shakarian, Legal Aid Society of Cleveland: 216-215-0074
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