This project is one of the few that will focus specifically on families experiencing homelessness. Advocates say giving families this money gives them the ability to use the money for what they need the most.
will be the latest in the Bay Area to receive money in a guaranteed program. The pilot program will offer $1,000 over the next two years starting this December. Advocates say giving families this money grants them the ability to use the money for what they need the most.
With rent prices continuing to soar and inflation impacting everyone’s bottom line, more cities and counties in the Bay Area are starting guaranteed income programs for the most vulnerable people in their communities. ; have the resources they need to meet their needs. We’re not contributing to generational poverty or seeing more people fall into homelessness," said Chad Bojorquez with Destination Home.
The Silicon Valley Guaranteed Income Pilot Program says it’ll focus on people of color, undocumented and mixed-status families, and women-led households. 150 families will receive $1,000 a month for two years, no strings attached.Data shows the average rent in Silicon Valley is $2850 and families need to make over $54 an hour to afford that amount.
The program will be led by Destination Home ¡Si Se Puede! Collective and other agencies, including officials with Santa Clara County. "It might represent from 30% to 50% of their income just to pay the rent. So, this month, do I pay the rent, or do I feed my children?
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