IncomePromoting Financial Stability and IndependenceEvery day, low-income families make tough decisions to cover the rising costs of housing, child care, food, transportation, utilities and health care. These members of our community are often one pay check away from falling behind. One unanticipated event such as an emergency room visit or car repair – can create a ripple effect that spirals into debt, missed housing payments, even loss of insurance.There is a cost to inaction. Research tells us low incomes translate into a much broader landscape of human service issues in our community. If a family is lower wage earning, children are not often successful in school. They move frequently. They are less likely to have health insurance coverage. They choose not to treat a minor illness or visit the emergency room. There are no easy financial decisions, and every path can have long-term consequences.  | |
Network of Currently Funded Direct Service Programs:
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United Way of Yellowstone County Led Projects/Programs
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United Way of Yellowstone County
