The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has been expanded for 2021 to help people through the COVID-19 pandemic and address child poverty.
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How the American Rescue Plan can help end child hunger for good
We joined U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of PA and other community leaders at a press conference about how the American Rescue Plan will help families and children.
Volunteers needed for 2021 tax season
Every year we help a few thousand low-income families maximize their tax refund thanks to the work of volunteers.
Forward together, not one step back: The Poor People’s June 20 Moral March on Washington
Millions of people joined in the Mass Poor People’s Assembly and Moral March on Washington on June 20. We did not stand shoulder to shoulder, but we did stand together.
Poverty Amidst Pandemic: A Moral Response to COVID-19
Before COVID-19, nearly 700 people died every day because of poverty in this country. We must now protect the poor and the workers on the frontlines.
Jamie’s story: the shock and painful struggle of mid-life disability
Jamie is one of the millions of Americans who will be hurt by two new Trump administration proposals to make life even harder for people with disabilities.
Mayor Peduto’s 2020 Pittsburgh budget fails to even mention poverty
Our executive director joined other members of the Economic Justice Circle in criticizing Mayor Peduto’s proposed 2020 budget.
STATEMENT: Potential Movement on the Minimum Wage
We The People – PA campaign partners put out the following statement in response to reports of a minimum wage bill now moving through the General Assembly.
Senator Haywood, fellow elected officials, and advocates share the Poverty Tour report
Elected officials and community advocates took part in a press conference today announcing the completion of the Poverty Report.
Trying to save cash assistance for the poorest Pennsylvanians
A state-wide coalition has been trying to save a public program that helps the most vulnerable. But our opponents are equally determined.
