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ALICE Lives Here

ALICE Lives Here

Introducing ALICE

In 2023, according to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), 13% of Florida households were financially insecure. Yet this measure failed to account for an additional 34% of households that were also experiencing financial hardship.

Between ALICE households and those living in poverty, an estimated 47% of households in Florida were below the ALICE Threshold in 2023.

Financial Hardship of Florida’s 8,944,469 households in 2023, 13% earned below the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), and 34% were ALICE — households that earned above the FPL, but not enough to afford the ALICE Household Survival Budget for their household composition and location. Combining these two groups, 47% of households in Florida were below the ALICE Threshold.

UWSSC’s ALICE Lives Here initiative aims to reduce disparities in the areas of health, education and economic opportunity and improve outcomes for individuals and families in the Sarasota County.

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About ALICE Sarasota County

As we go about our day and look to the months ahead, we ask our friends and neighbors to imagine for a moment what life would be like if you were unsure of how you were going to pay your rent, mortgage or utility bills next month. This is an everyday reality for our ALICE neighbors.

The ALICE Lives  Here initiative is one of United Way South Sarasota County’s strategic programs established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities. We realize that these issues will not change unless we, as a community, do the work to make the Sarasota County a better place to live for all residents. And we truly believe that when none are ignored, all will thrive.

 

What does ALICE population stand for?

ALICE is a United Way acronym that stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, representing a large portion of community members who are working but struggling to make ends meet. The ALICE population work, but are unable to meet their basic needs such as food, child care, housing, health care and transportation.

Our Mission

As the region’s convener, collaborator and catalyst, United Way South Sarasota County’s goal is to create a more equitable society where everyone in our community has fair and equal access to health, education and economic opportunity.

The United Way ALICE initiative is intended to support residents living paycheck-to-paycheck by providing equitable access to resources such as financial empowerment courses, tax assistance and emergency housing options.

ALICE Population Reports

United Way South Sarasota County uses ALICE reports and the data as the framework for our work in improving residents’ lives and strengthening their communities. It allows us to make stronger, more efficient decisions with our funds.

Get Involved

An investment today provides crucial support to neighbors through targeted programs and services that help members of the ALICE population gain equitable access to resources in health, education and economic opportunity. Support the United Way ALICE initiative by making a donation below:

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About ALICE Sarasota County

As we go about our day and look to the months ahead, we ask our friends and neighbors to imagine for a moment what life would be like if you were unsure of how you were going to pay your rent, mortgage or utility bills next month. This is an everyday reality for our ALICE neighbors.

The ALICE Lives  Here initiative is one of United Way South Sarasota County’s strategic programs established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities. We realize that these issues will not change unless we, as a community, do the work to make the Sarasota County a better place to live for all residents. And we truly believe that when none are ignored, all will thrive.

 

What does ALICE population stand for?

ALICE is a United Way acronym that stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, representing a large portion of community members who are working but struggling to make ends meet. The ALICE population work, but are unable to meet their basic needs such as food, child care, housing, health care and transportation.

Mission

Our Mission

As the region’s convener, collaborator and catalyst, United Way South Sarasota County’s goal is to create a more equitable society where everyone in our community has fair and equal access to health, education and economic opportunity.

The United Way ALICE initiative is intended to support residents living paycheck-to-paycheck by providing equitable access to resources such as financial empowerment courses, tax assistance and emergency housing options.

ALICE Reports

ALICE Population Reports

United Way South Sarasota County uses ALICE reports and the data as the framework for our work in improving residents’ lives and strengthening their communities. It allows us to make stronger, more efficient decisions with our funds.

Get Involved

Get Involved

An investment today provides crucial support to neighbors through targeted programs and services that help members of the ALICE population gain equitable access to resources in health, education and economic opportunity. Support the United Way ALICE initiative by making a donation below:

DONATE

ALICE REPORTS FAQS

What is the difference between poverty and ALICE?

Those living in poverty are defined by the federal poverty threshold, whose guidelines change according to the year and economy. ALICE is a community that makes more than the federal poverty threshold but is unable to afford necessities. They may be made under the cost of living and need assistance with economic, health, and education opportunities.

Who is ALICE?

ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households earn above the Federal Poverty Level, yet they are not eligible for assistance and can’t afford the basic household necessities, including housing, child care, food, transportation, and health care.

How many people in the Sarasota County are ALICE?

In 2023, according to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), 13% of Florida households were financially insecure. Yet this measure failed to account for an additional 34% of households that were also experiencing financial hardship.

Between ALICE households and those living in poverty, an estimated 47% of households in Florida were below the ALICE Threshold in 2023.

Financial Hardship of Florida’s 8,944,469 households in 2023, 13% earned below the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), and 34% were ALICE — households that earned above the FPL, but not enough to afford the ALICE Household Survival Budget for their household composition and location. Combining these two groups, 47% of households in Florida were below the ALICE Threshold.

The Cost of Basics: In Florida, average basic costs in the ALICE Household Survival Budget were $33,804 for a single adult and $86,688 for a family of four with two adults and two children in child care — much higher than the FPL ($14,580 for an individual
and $30,000 for a family of four). Basic costs varied substantially by county.

Compare Costs Over Time with the ALICE Essentials Index.

ALICE in the Labor Force: Of the 20 most common occupations in Florida, 13 paid less than $20 per hour in 2023. And of all workers in the top 20 occupations, 36% lived in households below the ALICE Threshold.

How does United Way of South Sarasota County provide resources to our neighbors?

United Way South Sarasota County’s focus on health, education and economic opportunity creates equitable access to critical resources for all community members.