Arlingtonians wait in line for holiday meals at Arlington Food Assistance Center in December 2020 (staff photo by Jay Westcott) Results from Arlington’s first guaranteed income pilot reveal that an additional $500 per month significantly enhanced the quality of life for impoverished families.
Parents with children under 18, earning less than $46,600 annually, reported that the additional $500 monthly helped them obtain better-paying jobs, address basic needs and improve their overall well-being, according to a new report by the Arlington Community Foundation (ACF), the local nonprofit that oversaw the pilot.
Moreover, the monthly payments enabled individuals to invest in certifications and […]
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