United Way Of Northern New Jersey Inc

United for alice:united for alice is a driver of innovation, research and action to improve life across the country for alice and for all. Through the development of the alice measurements, a comprehensive, unbiased picture of financial hardship has emerged. Harnessing this data and research on the mismatch between low-paying jobs and the cost of survival, alice partners convene, advocate, and collaborate on solutions that promote financial stability at local, state and national levels. This grassroots alice movement, led by united way of northern new jersey, has spread to 40 states and includes united ways, corporations, nonprofits and foundations.

Financial empowerment:we believe that putting in a hard day's work should mean that alice workers can afford basic bills and set aside savings to support their families on good days and bad. Nearly one-third of northern new jersey households are walking a financial tightrope, unable to meet expenses, deal with unexpected hardships, and save for the future. We provide hands-on services and education to empower local families on their path to financial stability. We offer free financial education workshops on a range of topics, in both spanish and english. And we deliver a free tax preparation program that ensures our clients receive free irs-qualified tax preparation. During tax filing season, those without sufficient knowledge of tax laws or the resources to hire a tax preparer can be at a disadvantage. Individuals and families might miss out on programs, credits and deductions that could help lower their tax liability or result in a refund that could help pay down bills or create savings for future emergencies. We ensure all appropriate deductions and credits are claimed to maximize refunds.

Alice at work: united for alice at work helps businesses implement policies that enhance workforce success and sustainability. Partnering with local united ways and forward-thinking companies, we help employers build strategies to reduce turnover, increase retention and boost engagement.with 42% of u.s. Households facing financial instability, alice workers struggle daily to make ends meet. Alice at work responds by offering a comprehensive program for business leaders. The program helps employers understand their workforce through the lens of data and human experience, which fosters dignity, resilience and opportunity.alice@work provides key offerings, including:- company data report.- dynamic, real-time course facilitation led by an expert trainer engages participants in interactive sessions, either virtually or in-person. This approach helps businesses refine internal strategies and gain deeper insights into employees' experiences, while ensuring responsiveness to participants' needs.- 12-month engagement on action planning.

Alice in crisis:as many alice households are unable to establish savings, one emergency be it a job loss, a natural disaster or an illness can spell financial ruin for alice households. Recovering from such a financial blow can be far more costly in the long term than preventing a downward spiral. That's why we're working to address crisis resilience in communities with fragile infrastructure. We work to empower alice households, building their resiliency in the face of an everyday crisis or natural disaster. We provide critical information and resources, invest in immediate relief, and help lead long-term recovery efforts.

General community supports:united way of northern new jersey is fueling a movement that's driving meaningful change for alice families in our state and across the country. Today, the alice movement has expanded to include partners in 40 states and the district of columbia. We are achieving this locally and across the country through our unbiased data insights, innovative solutions and on-the-ground impact. - we produce data at the national, state and local levels, equipping partners in 40 states to advocate, educate and champion change.- we host a biannual national alice summit that convenes partners from across the country to inspire and inform the movement with the latest data, trends and replicable solutions - we raise alice's profile by amplifying alice voices in the news, at events, and on social media.- we develop evidence-based solutions that are growing the availability of child care in new jersey and partnering with employers to improve life for alice workers around the country.- we are building resilience for alice families and our communities through education, free services and financial relief.- we organize volunteers and in-kind donations, collecting school supplies, stocking pantries and distributing gifts to more than 5,000 new jersey families.