Poverty

If someone who has the riches of this world sees his brother in need and closes his heart to him, how does the love of God abide in him?" (1 Jn 3:17). It is well known how strong were the words used by the Fathers of the Church to describe the proper attitude of persons who possess anything towards persons in need. To quote Saint Ambrose: "You are not making a gift of your possessions to the poor person. You are handing over to him what is his. For what has been given in common for the use of all, you have arrogated to yourself. The world is given to all, and not only to the rich.

Today, more than 46 million people in America are living below the poverty line — far more than the population of our largest state. 

NEARLY ONE IN SIX OF US LIVES IN POVERTY USAAnd worse yet, nearly one in five children. 

Who Lives in Poverty USA?
All those who make less than the Federal government's official poverty threshold which for a family of four is $22,811.00. People working at minimum wage, even holding down several jobs. Seniors living on fixed incomes. Wage earners suddenly out of work. Millions of families everywhere from our cities to rural communities. 

We Can End It.
Join us in breaking the cycle of poverty and helping people move themselves out of Poverty USA. Learn more about community organizations that support self-sufficiency, improve communities, and encourage independence.

To learn more about poverty in America, visit the www.PovertyUSA.org, complete with interactive tools to help spread the word.

Para más información en español, visite www.PobrezaUSA.org.