Even as DC’s economy grows, it is marked by stark racial inequalities in income, wealth, and poverty. Affording the basics, such as rent, food, and utilities is a daily challenge for many DC residents. This is disproportionately true for Black residents, one in five of whom live in poverty. Income support programs help people make ends meet and boost long-term education and health outcomes for children. By helping residents pay their bills, care for their children and possibly save for a rainy day, DC can help create more stability and a future of shared abundance.
Featured Publications & Resources
Testimony
Testimony of Katie Kerstetter, Policy Analyst, at the Public Hearing on the FY 2010 Budget Request for the Department of Human Services, District of Columbia Committee on Human Services
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • March 25, 2009 • Income & Poverty / Revenue & Budget / TANF & Income Support
Testimony
Testimony of Katie Kerstetter, Policy Analyst, DC Fiscal Policy Institute at the Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Performance Oversight Hearing for the Department of Human Services, District of Columbia Committee on Human Services
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • February 19, 2009 • Income & Poverty / Revenue & Budget / TANF & Income Support
Testimony
Testimony of Jenny Reed, Policy Analyst, For the Public Roundtable on PR 17-1175, “Sense of the Council in Support of Reducing Poverty in the District of Columbia Resolution of 2008â€
By Jenny Reed • December 11, 2008 • Income & Poverty
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