The Asset Building Coalition of Forsyth County and several community partners invite you to learn how the benefits cliff negatively affects our entire county and build a pathway to shared prosperity.
Solutions will require a collaborative effort among business, government, nonprofit, and grassroots leaders. All members of our community are encouraged to attend this event to have a seat at the table and take action with us.
This is a free event. Food and childcare will be provided.
You can register for the event HERE.
The Issue
Public benefits programs can help fill the gap between low-wage jobs and a basic standard of living. These programs also help stimulate the local economy as benefit dollars are spent on food, childcare, and housing.
The benefits cliff occurs when a small pay increase disqualifies a worker from public benefit programs and abruptly reduces their household resources. This can cause unexpected financial crisis because household earnings are still not enough to meet a basic standard of living – a major barrier for achieving financial stability.
Forsyth County ranks among the worst counties in the nation for economic mobility. For a working family striving to advance their economic position, the sudden loss of public benefits is devastating.
Learn more
The benefits cliff is a very complex topic. We encourage you to check out the interactive Benefits Cliff Microsite created by Forsyth Futures.
Event Partners
The Asset Building Coalition of Forsyth County
Center for the Study of Economic Mobility
Financial Pathways of the Piedmont
Forsyth County Department of Social Services
Forsyth Futures
Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina
Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County
Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust
Partnership for Prosperity
The Winston-Salem Foundation
United Way of Forsyth County
