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Working–and Still Falling Short:1 in 3 Workers in Pickens County’s Most Common Jobs Struggle to Get By
New research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistance
Easley, SC – In 2023, 36% of workers in Pickens County’s 20 most common jobs lived in households that couldn’t afford basics, according to new data from United Way of Pickens County and its research partner United For ALICE. These workers – the backbone of every community – include food services, retail, manufacturing, health care and social assistance, and educational services.
Discounted Tickets for the Greenville Triumph @Clemson University's Riggs Field
As a thank you for your support, we are excited to share a special discount ticket offer with you from our friends at the Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty for the June 6 & 7 matches at Clemson University's Riggs Field.
The discounted ticket prices are:
Discounted Tickets for the Greenville Liberty @Clemson University's Riggs Field
As a thank you for your support, we are excited to share a special discount ticket offer with you from our friends at the Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty for the June 6 & 7 matches at Clemson University's Riggs Field.
The discounted ticket prices are:
Education Grant Applications Due
Education Grant Letters of Inquiry were due March 1, 2025. Applicants who submitted their LOI and were approved to apply should submit their Education Grant Application by 11:59 p.m. on May 1, 2025. Application link and instructions were emailed to approved applicants.
Now Accepting Letters of Inquiry for Education Grants
United Way of Pickens County is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry for Education grants to support programs designed to improve 3rd grade reading in Pickens County.
LOI's should address how proposed programs will positively impact 3rd grade reading in Pickens County, should demonstrate measurable results, and should specify the population served. Programs that involve parental engagement and make efforts to reach out to underrepresented and/or marginalized populations are encouraged.
File Your Taxes for Free
Free in-person tax preparation assistance is available to Pickens County individuals and families with an annual household income of $60,000 or less. Our team of IRS trained and certified volunteers work with you to find all eligible deductions and tax credits.
Schedule your appointment by dialing 2-1-1, or 1-866-892-9211, or by clicking HERE.
File Your Taxes for Free
Free in-person tax preparation assistance is available to Pickens County individuals and families with an annual household income of $60,000 or less. Our team of IRS trained and certified volunteers work with you to find all eligible deductions and tax credits.
Schedule your appointment by dialing 2-1-1, or 1-866-892-9211, or by clicking HERE.
File Your Taxes for Free
Free in-person tax preparation assistance is available to Pickens County individuals and families with an annual household income of $60,000 or less. Our team of IRS trained and certified volunteers work with you to find all eligible deductions and tax credits.
Schedule your appointment by dialing 2-1-1, or 1-866-892-9211, or by clicking HERE.
Camp iRock Matching Gift Offer
Thanks to our generous partners Scott Hughes and Champions for Literacy, from now until March 14, your Camp iRock donation can go twice as far- up to $10,000.