The United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County dedicates itself to identifying and addressing the needs of people who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed (ALICE). Through the ALICE Project, they aim to provide insights and initiatives for these community members, helping them transition from crisis to sustainability. This effort is supported by comprehensive research, advisory councils, learning communities, and local collaborations.
The Community Impact Grant aims to support organizations that directly assist individuals and families living below the ALICE threshold, focusing on moving them from crisis to survival, and eventually to sustainability. The grant encourages proposals that align with the findings and priorities identified in the 2020 Virginia ALICE Report, focusing on critical areas such as housing, childcare, transportation, education, food, healthcare, and life skills development. By providing strategic funding, United Way seeks to address the most pressing needs within the community, fostering strategic partnerships and advocacy to make a tangible difference in the lives of the ALICE population.