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In a post by the Washington Examiner about Michigan stimulus update, the University of Michigan’s Poverty Solutions team has commenced the “Guaranteed Income to Grow Ann Arbor” program, providing monthly payments of $528 to 100 low-income small-business owners and entrepreneurs in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This two-year pilot, funded by the federal American Rescue Plan, aims to alleviate financial burdens and empower local residents facing economic challenges.
Michigan Stimulus Update: Next Payment of $528 Monthly Payments for Low-income Small-Business Owners Will Be In 16 Days (Photo from Google)
Michigan Stimulus Update: Random Selection for Financial Support
Participants were chosen randomly from a pool of applicants, emphasizing financial need among entrepreneurs. The program, scheduled to conclude in 2025, has already disbursed payments in January and is set to continue on the 15th of each month.
Applicants had to meet specific criteria, including residency in Ann Arbor, age over 18, and income at or below 225% of the federal poverty line. Those eligible for federal assistance programs like SNAP or Pell Grants were considered.
The initiative is inclusive, catering to various professionals, including small-business owners, gig workers, independent contractors, and those providing paid services informally.
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In contrast to conventional aid schemes, guaranteed income programs provide beneficiaries the independence to distribute money according to their need, promoting self-respect and recognizing their right to make decisions.
Kristin Seefeldt, associate director of Poverty Solutions, expressed that this pilot program seeks to celebrate community contributors while acknowledging their ongoing struggles.
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