Find Government Support Today:
What is Policy to the People?
Explain Policy
Detail each services restrictions, benefits, eligibility, and application paths to create access for those already eligible
Match Eligibility
Create an easily accessible search option to input non identifiable information that will match you to potential policies.
Debunking welfare policy to create access for those who need it at the state and federal level.
Theory of Change: Simplifying complex welfare policies and providing access to this information will allow those in need to understand what they are eligible for and more easily access the life saving services they need.
3 Main Goals:
tRANSPARENCY
Trust through transparency, as the government begins to pull information from their websites we will ensure access for those in need.
36.8 Million
Live below the poverty line in the U.S.
3 out of 4
Americans will receive support from welfare programs in their lifetime
50%
Reduction in poverty thanks to welfare programs.
$7.25 min wage
If you work 40 hours per week, no days off - $20 over poverty line.
Why is this important?
WELFARE PROGRAMS SAVE LIVES
Access to support for those who need it is crucial to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness
Government Actions Today
The government is taking down information on these government run websites to decrease access. There is no Plan B right now
