Our social safety net needs a revamp. The govt spends $1T+ on social safety net programs, but less than half of promised support reaches those in need. Simplifying access & using tech can strengthen systems for our most vulnerable. Read more Bloomberg bloom.bg/48lNYbI

Encouraging to see the Biden admin’s steps toward making our public benefits process easier. Reducing paperwork & improving user experience for social safety net programs can improve access for those in need & restore trust in govt Paul Blumenthal HuffPost bit.ly/3POaEKw

Over 26 million people did not have enough food at the end of August. W/ pandemic-era SNAP benefits ending & inflation at a 40-year high, we need better solutions to ensure that every family can keep food on the table. Read more from Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech in The Hill bit.ly/46r1VDz

Excited to be at #NCAN2023 today as our very own Sr. Partner Success Manager, Melanie Butron, takes the stage w/ our partner Lorainccc to discuss how we support students w/ innovative solutions to food & housing insecurity.

Redesigning the social safety net plays a critical role in climate resilience. In his new Forbes Councils piece, our CEO David Helene discusses govt’s responsibility to improve the way we fund & deliver public benefits, & how the private sector can help: bit.ly/46zZTkS

The WH recently released new guidance to help fed agencies digitally modernize their public online tools. It’s exciting to see the fed embrace solutions to reduce administrative burdens & ensure Americans get the support they need right when they need it. bit.ly/458jSp2

Govt agencies are harnessing #AI to streamline services, break language barriers & foster inclusivity. Read more about this ongoing wave of innovation in govtechnews: bit.ly/45ekDwW

New U.S. Census data shows a 45% increase in food insecurity due to cuts to social safety net programs like SNAP. Now more than ever, it’s crucial that public benefits are delivered quickly & equitably so American families can keep food on the table. bit.ly/3ZCjuOP

Addressing our climate crisis means going beyond long-term planning - we must act now. Check out the latest Forbes Councils piece by our CEO David Helene highlighting the importance of redesigning the social safety net in the fight against climate change: bit.ly/46zZTkS

Digital modernization in govt agencies plays a vital role in ensuring Americans get the support they need when they need it: bit.ly/3ZKY8OZ

In today's digital age, trust in local govt is key. Only 41% of residents are satisfied with info sharing, but 82% want transparency. Equitable access depends on openness & tech to build stronger communities. Read more from Chris Teale at @RouteFifty bit.ly/46uK7HK

We're excited to be at #HungryforActionOK! If you see one of us at today's Hunger Free Oklahoma conference, come say hi! We’re excited to learn and share how we can help community organizations and governments help end hunger in Oklahoma. bybeam.co #TechforGood

We’re committed to helping communities impacted by Hurricane Helene recover faster by enabling emergency relief programs to quickly distribute aid to those who need it most. We'd here to help organizations get relief dollars flowing into your community. bybeam.co/insights-posts…

A few of us are attending American Public Human Services Association's #ISMPHSA24 conference this week. Come say "hi" to learn how we’re using Beam technology to enable organizations to quickly and securely administer safety net, emergency aid, and cash assistance programs. bybeam.co #CivicTech

We’re here to help communities impacted by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene. We’re offering support to states and local organizations in quickly channeling emergency relief funds into the community. Please get in touch to learn how we can help: bybeam.co/insights-posts…

In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, emergency cash assistance can help communities recover faster. Learn more from economic justice partner Beam, Formerly Edquity: bybeam.co/insights-posts…

It’s time to rethink how our safety net can protect people exposed to the impacts of an already-changed climate. Governments can reevaluate our disaster response infrastructure and improve how we deliver public benefits in the wake of climate change. forbes.com/councils/forbe…

There are less than two months left in 2024. Do you know where your state’s ARPA dollars are headed? As the deadline looms for governments to obligate these funds, we're here to help you invest in programs for your community. linkedin.com/pulse/last-cal…