Meet A.L.I.C.E.
65%
Of A.L.I.C.E. households are Hispanic
65+
Seniors are the fastest growing A.L.I.C.E population
88%
Of single-parent households are
A.L.I.C.E.
10,000
Residents in Blaine County are A.L.I.C.E. The percent is higher in Hailey/Belleuve at 45%, 49% in Carey.
ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These are individuals who work hard at important jobs, such as childcare educators, home health aides, and cashiers, yet they still struggle to cover basic living expenses. Even though they earn more than the Federal Poverty Level, they live paycheck to paycheck and are just one emergency away from financial disaster.
For 40% of Blaine County households, achieving financial stability seems impossible, no matter how hard they work. These families are crucial to our community, but they face daily challenges that can prevent them from reaching long-term stability. At BCCF, we aim to provide connect the resources and assistance ALICE families need to thrive. Your support helps make this possible and creates a stronger, more resilient community for everyone.
Nicole's story
Even when you are doing all the right things, life still can knock you down. Getting help from BCCF made me feel thankful to be part of a community where there are people who care. People who offer their hand to help you up when you stumble. In turn, the help I received made me more compassionate towards others in the community that may be struggling as well.
Even though Nicole works two jobs, in an insurance office by day and a local restaurant by night, leaving an abusive relationship and having mounting legal costs caused her to be in threat of losing her housing. BCCF provided stability during a time she had no were else to turn.
Dan's story
I was trying to save money here and there to buy a car through the sporadic construction jobs I could get by getting rides and taking the bus. ‘Little Blue’ gives me the independence I need to secure more dependable work.
Dan had a series of events that led him to be living in transitional housing, with no vehicle, and a challenging road to getting back to work. BCCF’s donor Richard Linville had a car his son owned 20 years ago, before passing from a tragic accident. BCCF offered Dan the vehicle through a short-term loan he could payback over the course of the year. Richard is so pleased the donation of the vehicle to BCCF is helping someone like Dan get back on his feet!
Maria's story
It’s a struggle to get through the pain so I can no longer work. So I am so grateful for the help and support I have received from BCCF. I can sleep without worry.
Maria is a 71 year old widower who lives on social security. She had to retire from being a hair dresser for many years due to debilitating arthritis from having Lupus. Her rental, although affordable, it still over 50% of her income. BCCF helped her to access many months of Idaho Housing & Finance rent assistance until she can obtain housing based on her income.
Kelly's story
BCCF went above and beyond for my family. You see I am the sole provider for myself and my disabled husband. I have worked at a local grocery store for the last 12 years. Times are hard up here and on only one income it’s even harder. I thank the lord for their help and kindness. They saved me! I will always be grateful for them. It was a wonderful experience! I’ve lived in the valley since 1986 and have always been able to make it, the last year or two have been especially hard. The BCCF is an amazing organization