Basic Income Initiatives Help Low-Income Individuals Across the Nation
Empowering Families: How Basic Income Programs Are Making a Difference in Cities
According to business insider, Monique Gonzalez a mom of six from San Antonio got help and stability from the city’s basic income pilot program and with the money from the program, she could buy school stuff, shoes and Christmas presents for her kids, things she could not afford before. San Antonio is one of many cities trying out basic income programs where they give cash to low income people with no strings attached. People in places like Denver, Austin and Boston have used the money to get homes, pay for rides, ease pandemic money problems and feel less stressed about being poor.
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$5,108 Financial Gift Shows Positive Impact on Housing and Education in San Antonio – City’s Generosity!(PHOTO: getty images)
Program’s Impact: 79% Report Positive Changes from Cash Assistance
In the San Antonio program led by Up Together, many people said their lives got better because of the cash they got 79% of them. This money was a big help for them to survive each day and pay for important things. It also helped them feel less stressed about money problems. While these programs have been praised for helping right away and making people feel better mentally, not everyone likes them. Texas State Senator Paul Bettencourt is worried they might make people rely too much on the government. Advocates say it is important to have bigger plans to help people in the long run like giving them better education, stable jobs and healthcare.
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