ALICE and the Workforce: Understanding Financial Pressures on Working Families

June 24, 2026 - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This session examines New York’s ALICE population—households that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed—who earn above the federal poverty level yet still struggle to afford basic necessities. Using the latest United Way of New York State data, we’ll explore how rising costs for housing, childcare, transportation, healthcare, and other essentials drive financial insecurity across urban, suburban, and rural communities. Designed for workforce professionals, the workshop connects ALICE data to workforce and community planning, offering a clearer understanding of the pressures facing working families and how systems can better respond.

Presented By:  Therese Daly, Executive Director; United Way of New York State