Arrive Utah

Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much Arrive Utah is the state-lead of the Circles Initiative in Utah. We work with communities on sustainable solutions to fight poverty. The reality of poverty in Utah and who it affects may surprise you. could fill the Salt Lake Bees' Smith's Ballpark over 4 times. The United States has the second... highest child poverty rate among 35 industrialized countries despite having the largest economy in the world. 5 million U.S. children live in extreme poverty on less than $9 a day per person. - Intergenerational Welfare Reform Commission and Children's Defense Fund $11,753 as an annual salary, Among adults experiencing intergenerational poverty, the average annual earnings were $12,089. To be 200% above the Federal Poverty Guideline, an individual needs to be making at least $25,520 annually. That is a gap of $13,431. - Utah 2020 Intergenerational Report The three principles of mobility from povertypower and autonomy, being valued in the community, and economic success are mutually reinforcing, and progress in one domain can lead to improvements in others, "Developing stronger social networks can create access to better employment opportunities and lead to a greater level of selfefficacy and well-being." according to the Measuring Mobility from Poverty, April 2018 report. Join in on our Community Challeng es or spread some kindness with the passalong Kindness Cards to personally start helping more community members feel valued.Read More