This week’s featured Actions
In advance of this September’s launch, here are some sample solutions
from the business, faith, health care, government, and civic sectors.
Stay tuned for more actions and more sectors in the coming weeks!
Help individuals to obtain driver’s licenses
Implement or support a program that provides the training and financial assistance necessary to obtain a driver’s license.
Create a vehicle donation program
Establish a vehicle donation program to help those below the NPPS to obtain personal modes of transportation.
Raise funds for transit safety
Sponsor lighting and upkeep of public transportation stops and vehicles to encourage use and improve safety.
Partner with community leaders to develop neighborhood improvement projects
Create a team of congregants to work with resident and community leaders in designing and implementing projects in areas with high levels of violence.
Provide remediation and healing support for residents of all ages
Adapt your faith-focused approach in communities where trauma-informed care and crisis-level responsiveness are needed.
Connect skilled or experienced congregants to volunteer housing work
Organize congregants with relevant skills who want to make a long-term commitment to working in affordable housing.
Support community members facing eviction
Establish a comprehensive assistance program to provide funds for individuals and families facing utility shut-offs or eviction, while also connecting them with support services.
Donate land or funds to create affordable housing
Identify land to donate or fund construction of affordable housing. Invest in impact-funds focused on affordable housing.
Collaborate with residents to build a community garden
Partner with community members in the development and stewardship of a garden to increase access to fresh produce.
Establish emergency funds for congregants or community members
Establish funds to support individuals and families in your community facing unexpected financial emergencies or the loss of benefits prior to achieving economic independence.
Host free tax preparation events for individuals living below the NPPS
Support community members by offering free tax preparation services that help people take advantage of tax credits and save on filing costs.
Establish a social enterprise to generate jobs and revenue
Create a business venture through which you provide jobs and job training for community members, dedicating profits to community improvements.
Provide college or university scholarships to students
Offer financial scholarships to students living below the NPPS.
Distribute a list of K-12 opportunities and resources
Provide information about educational choices and available resources for students and families living below the NPPS.
Develop innovative, cross-sector child care partnerships
Utilize your network in the region to build new child care options, in partnership with local businesses and educational institutions.
Create and distribute a child care resource guide
Provide a resource guide to local, affordable child care options and payment support.
Establish an on-site child care center
Offer flexible and affordable child care to support families in your community.
Provide a list of essential resources to community members
Research and consolidate information on programs that offer food, clothing, furniture, and other essentials.