Advocacy

Connecticut United Ways are committed to creating a state where economic well-being is a right, not a privilege. That is why we advocate with and for ALICE families – the growing number of Connecticut families who are living paycheck-to-paycheck despite working hard at the jobs available to them.

When 2 out of every 5 households in Connecticut can’t afford the basics, it’s not just a personal struggle, it’s a crack in the foundation of our economy and community.

These 580,520 ALICE households (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) are working hard but still can’t afford essentials like housing, child care, food, transportation and health care.

Policy Agenda

Learn about the policies that will help families in every Connecticut zip code achieve economic stability.

Action Center

Advocate with and for ALICE families by contacting your legislators, joining a coalition and spreading the word.

Alice

Find out how many households in your region live paycheck to paycheck and struggle to afford basic needs – and what you can do to unlock a brighter future.

United Way of Connecticut brings people and organizations together to create real change for ALICE families through advocacy. From working with the 13 local United Ways in Connecticut on our statewide policy agenda, to coordinating the CT Child Tax Credit Coalition and The Campaign for Working Connecticut, we’re advancing proven solutions that work. Through our network of ALICE Advocates, we elevate the voices of hardworking families from every corner of the state who know and face the challenges firsthand and are shaping policies to make life better for everyone.