Case Study: Newark
The Newark Movement for Economic Equity (NMEE) was designed to promote financial stability for Newark residents. NMEE gave participants the freedom and flexibility to self-determine how their funds were utilized.
Launched in 2021, NMEE’s guaranteed income pilot served over 400 Newark residents, with participants receiving direct cash payments in two cohorts over the course of two years. Participants received payments in two frequencies – either $3,000 twice yearly, to simulate the “tax credit or stimulus effect,” or bi-weekly payments of $250 to simulate the “paycheck effect.”
Participants in the pilot spent the resources to supplement their grocery budget, pay their rent and utility bills, and improve their access to transportation.
Guaranteed Income for Newark and Beyond
Mayor of Newark Ras J. Baraka explains why Newark and New Jersey needs to test and expand a sustained guaranteed income program.
The Newark GI Pilot Explained
Kevin Callaghan, Newark Philanthropic Liaison explains the origin and structure of the Newark guaranteed income pilot program.
Why Direct Cash Assistance Works
Kevin Callaghan, Newark Philanthropic Liaison explains why guaranteed income and child tax credits work for Newarkers and why these policies should expand nationwide.
The Newark GI Pilot Explained
Kevin Callaghan, Newark Philanthropic Liaison explains the origin and structure of the Newark guaranteed income pilot program.
Participants in Newark’s guaranteed income pilot.
