Digital Funding Distribution
ARPA Phoenix
Digital Funding Distribution
The Connective's role:
Implement
Project details:
Between 2022 and 2025, the Family Assistance Resource (FAR) Program and the Workforce Wraparound Tuition/Apprentice Program, both funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, collectively distributed $17.5 million to city and county residents via prepaid debit cards. The FAR Program provided $12 million to 1,000 families in Phoenix, aimed at easing economic hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Workforce Wraparound Program is ongoing, allocating $5.5 million to support individuals enrolled in Maricopa County Community Colleges, assisting with transportation, personal expenses, and childcare, enhancing educational and employment opportunities during the pandemic.
Scope:
Single City Host with Regional Impact
Status:
Final stages as project wraps up
Progress:
$17 million distributed, evaluation in progress
Communities participating in the project include:
City of Phoenix
Supporting Partners:
Maricopa Corporate College
Arizona Career Pathways
Solution Providers:
Usio
Arizona State University