You see ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) every day, though you might not realize it.
They are childcare providers, home health aides, grocery clerks, delivery drivers, teaching assistants, warehouse workers, restaurant staff, and more. They keep our communities running. They work hard, often multiple jobs with low pay, no benefits, and unstable hours. Still, it’s not always enough.
At the heart of ALICE’s struggle is a simple mismatch: the cost of living continues to rise, but wages haven’t kept pace. In Wisconsin, 35% households struggled financially in 2024. That includes 11% in poverty, and another 24% who are ALICE: earning too much to qualify for help, but not enough to get by.
When we truly see ALICE—the people behind the numbers—we can start building a community where stability is possible for all.
The Gratitude Report is United Way Fox Cities’ annual report to the community. It’s our way of saying thank you and sharing what was made possible by donors, partners, and volunteers working together to strengthen the Fox Cities.
In July, more than 100 community members participated in our Help Us Focus sessions to share their thoughts on what matters most for our community’s future. The results are clear: the Fox Cities wants to fund immediate needs and look for long-term solutions. Read more >
Catastrophic flooding in the areas of Shiocton, New London, and also impacting broader Calumet, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, and northern Winnebago counties has left a wake of destruction.
This moment is made possible by Bergstrom Automotive. Since 2008, their donation of a sweepstakes vehicle has helped generate more than $35 million to make the Fox Cities stronger!
Between December 23, 2025, and January 2, 2026, our office will have minimal staffing. If you’d like to stop in-person, including to drop off a year-end donation, we encourage calling ahead, as someone may not always be available.
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