UpLift – The Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot
The Application for UpLift is Closed
New Resource Released!
UpLift is excited to release its latest publication, “Public Benefits 101: Introduction to Iowa Public Benefits”.
This resource was created in partnership with United Ways of Iowa and Disability Rights Iowa. This high-level overview is intended to serve as a tool to help readers deepen their understanding of Iowa’s current social safety net while also helping connect community members to needed supports.
“Why Benefits Model Innovation is Needed” was made in partnership with United Ways of Iowa and uses UpLift participant and 2023 ALICE data to explore the financial well-being of Iowans. Throughout this report many indicators show that the Central Iowa community is struggling to meet their most basic needs. In order to create a thriving, healthy community it is important to explore innovative ways to create economic stability for all.
UpLift participants have received their first $500 payment! For more information, check out our infographic to meet our participant group!
UpLift – The Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot is the first cross-sector collaborative basic income initiative to take place in the state of Iowa. This community learning opportunity will study the impacts of an unrestricted no-strings-attached, basic income for 24 months. There are no limitations on how income payments are spent. Selected individuals are free to use the money to best meet their needs.
110 participants
$500 per month
24 months
Selected individuals were randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group is receiving the $500 monthly income payments and the other is not. Both groups will provide researchers with important information about their life experiences and community needs.
Confidential Application
Your privacy is important to us! All information collected through this application and pilot project is private.
No Restrictions to Apply
You do not need a bank account, Social Security Number (SSN), or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) to apply.
Time Commitment
The application will take about 30 – 40 minutes to finish.
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