Join the Fight

Ending poverty in America will require new policies and renewed political movements.

National

These organizations are fighting to divest from poverty on a national scale. Visit their websites to learn how you can join the movement.

Economic Justice
Poor People’s Campaign

A movement to promote economic advancement for impoverished Americans and lobby the federal government to commit to ending poverty in the United States.

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The Center for Community Change

An advocacy organization building the power of low-income people, especially people of color, to fight for a society where everyone can thrive.

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PolicyLink

A research and action institute working to develop local, state, and federal policies to achieve economic and social equity.

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Housing
National Low Income Housing Coalition

A coalition dedicated to achieving public policy that ensures low-income Americans have quality homes that are accessible and affordable in communities of their choice.

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National Coalition for the Homeless

A network of currently and formerly homeless persons, activists and advocates, community and faith based service providers, and others committed to ending homelessness.

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Homes for All Campaign

An alliance of racial, economic, gender & environmental justice organizations working to halt gentrification and displacement, and build democratic, just, and sustainable communities.

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National Coalition for a Civil Right to Counsel

An association of individuals and organizations committed to ensuring meaningful access to the courts for all.

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Labor
One Fair Wage

A coalition, campaign, and organization working to improve wages and working conditions in the service sector.

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Fight for $15

A political movement with the goals to secure a $15 minimum wage and to unionize a wide range of underpaid workers.

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National Domestic Workers Alliance

An advocacy organization working to win respect, recognition, and labor rights and protections for nearly 2.5 million nannies, house cleaners, and homecare workers.

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State

These organizations are focused on antipoverty efforts in their states. Visit their websites to find an organization working to expand opportunity close to home.