In 2019
10.5 %
of Americans lived in poverty
Affecting Change
To Prevent & Alleviate Poverty
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The mission of Poverty Solutions is to partner with communities and policymakers to find new ways to prevent and alleviate poverty.
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New website answers Michiganders’ questions about expanded Child Tax Credit
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The Struggle to Survive in Central America: A Portrait of Life from a Grassroots, Human Rights Perspective
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In the Media
The Hill | May. 7, 2021
Opinion: To ensure access to the expanded Child Tax Credit, user-focused tools are needed
Mid Michigan NOW | May. 7, 2021
Report says new child tax credit expansion will benefit nearly 2 million Michigan children
WDET Detroit Today | May. 6, 2021
Home Remodeling Is Surging and the Cost of Materials Is Higher Than Ever
MLive | May. 4, 2021
Opportunity Index ‘first step’ in addressing inequities across Washtenaw County, leaders say
Detroit Partnership
We work closely with the City of Detroit and community partners to improve economic opportunity and reduce poverty.
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Community Engagement
We work with community organizations and individuals in co-creating and seeking new solutions to prevent and alleviate poverty.
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Data Tools
Our data, maps, and analytical tools are all publicly available to explore issues related to poverty.
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Projects and Partners
Our projects focus on data, evidence, and equitable partnerships to bring about positive change.
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80 +
research projects supported
since 2016
