United Way of Hernando County's Basic Needs & Crisis Initiative Initiative

Goal

Residents experiencing a crisis or trauma will receive emotional, financial, or general support they need to overcome life's unexpected barriers.

Focus Areas

• Food security
• Protection from neglect, abuse, and exploitation
• Transitional/supportive Housing for those experiencing homelessness

Basic Needs Initiative Programs

1. 211 Hernando
2. ALICE in Hernando: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed
3. COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster)
4. Coronavirus Relief Assistance Funds (currently not active)
5. RIDE UNITED: Accessible Food
6. UNITED @ WORK

United Way Partner Programs

• Supported Community Investment Grant (CIG) Programs

ALICE Facts

• 38% of Hernando County are walking a financial tightrope between financial stability and poverty.
• 11% of families in Hernando County are living in poverty.