An aging population and high healthcare costs mean that more Americans are leaning on government assistance for their income.
New research suggests that as you move up the income ladder, it takes exponentially more money to get the same happiness bump.
Tarli, 36, found it increasingly difficult to afford his bills and fund his career as a performer.
Guaranteed basic income critics often argue cash discourages work. Experts and participants say that's a myth.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit to block a Houston-area guaranteed basic income program.
Michelle Russell, 70, lives on her monthly Social Security income, and it isn't enough to pay her bills.
A new report from United for ALICE found that nearly a quarter of nonprofit employees are living just above the federal poverty line.
New Orleans gave 125 young people $350 a month, no strings attached. Participants used the money to secure jobs and support their families.
Over 50 cities and counties have piloted basic-income programs that give residents hundreds of dollars a month for housing and groceries.
With limited money to maintain a social life, many baby boomers feel lonely and isolated.
After paying the bills and finding housing, some parents spend basic income on clothes, toys, and activities for their kids.
Illinois' guaranteed basic income program will give no-strings-attached cash to families in the child welfare system.
An Alabama guaranteed basic income program gave single mothers $375 a month for a year. Participants used the money to afford bills and childcare.
Ann Miller, 78, lives in Ellensburg, Washington on her Social Security income. It's difficult to afford food for herself and her dog, she said.
Guaranteed basic income helps some parents pay for childcare — participants and experts say it leads to better job and educational outcomes.
Kenneth McQueen, 35, received $1,000 a month through a New York guaranteed basic income pilot. He used it to pay bills and start a business.
Rita, 68, lives in Pekin, Illinois on $1,680 a month in Social Security. Without savings, she struggles to afford basic necessities.
Philly Joy Bank and PHLHousing+ are guaranteed basic income pilots in Philadelphia offering families cash, no strings attached.
Diane Williams, 62, struggles to afford basic necessities with her $2,400 monthly paycheck. But she's waiting to collect Social Security.
Jacinta Bunnell, 52, received guaranteed basic income from Creatives Rebuild New York. The program gave 2,400 artists $1,000 a month for 18 months.