Promoting Economic Self-Sufficiency

The Erie Community Foundation works to address the primary antecedents of poverty through our Community Advisory Panel process. We also work to address high rates of poverty in our community by supporting key programs and initiatives that promote economic self-sufficiency, such as Erie FREE Taxes and Money Works for You. These programs facilitate the economic independence of low-income individuals and families through financial literacy and education. They are concrete, practical strategies that can make a difference in the lives of many struggling families in our community.