We Are United for ALICE

The United for ALICE initiative is a powerful community effort aimed at addressing the financial instability of households that fall into the ALICE category — those who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These individuals earn above the Federal Poverty Level but still struggle to afford basic needs like housing, healthcare, transportation, and childcare. They are a vital part of the workforce, often comprising the essential roles of healthcare workers, teachers, and retail employees, but they live paycheck to paycheck, with little to no savings to handle emergencies​.

By addressing the needs of ALICE households, the initiative helps to build stronger, more resilient communities. Financial stability not only benefits individuals but also improves overall economic growth and well-being within a community. When ALICE households are able to gain economic independence, they contribute more actively to the local economy, ensuring that everyone in the community can thrive.

To view the Minnesota dashboard and review the data for Steele County go to unitedwaysteelecounty.org/alice or unitedforalice.org/Minnesota