As governments switch over information about and application processes for public assistance, Monticello finds that they divert less resources to non-digital points of contact for citizens such as call centers and case work offices

In this interview, food justice advocate Karen Washington encourages the use of the term “food apartheid” instead of “food desert” to refer to how food systems intersect with poverty, racism, healthcare, and unemployment.

This report shares the most recent ALICE data for Pennsylvania. It provides a snapshot of the state’s economic conditions and explains why the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about intense financial stress to Pennsylvania families.

This report measures the number of York County households considered to be Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed and outlines the areas most cost-burdensome. These households earn more than the federal poverty level but less than the basic cost of living.

This report evaluates the extent to which areas within York County experience food insecurity. York City experiences high rates of food insecurity with low rates of food distribution. The authors encourage providers to collaborate to increase the distribution of fresh food and focus on areas of greatest need.