Philadelphia, PA counters high infant mortality with Philly Joy Bank guaranteed income pilot
Philadelphia, PA Philly Joy Bank Guaranteed Income Pilot
The city's Department of Public Health and private partners sought a solution to high infant mortality rates. The Philly Job Bank turns millions of dollars in private donations into monthly payments to 250 pregnant residents. Eligibility requirements include household incomes under $100,000 and residency in three neighborhoods - Cobbs Creek, Nicetown-Tioga, and Strawberry Mansion. The pilot planned for 2024 will reduce financial anxiety and bolster infant health.
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Health Department Announces Significant Contributions to the Philly Joy Bank from the William Penn Foundation and Spring Point Partners | Department of Public Health | City of Philadelphia
The William Penn Foundation and Spring Point Partners have made contributions to support the activities of the Philly Joy Bank.
Philly Joy Bank aims to combat infant mortality in city - CBS Philadelphia
The program will help give a monthly guaranteed income to about 250 pregnant residents who live in Cobbs Creek, Strawberry Mansion and Nicetown-Tioga.
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