“One of the problems we have when ppl talk about immigrant communities, there is always a focus on what they do and what industries they work in. But the story is bigger than that." - Monica Ramirez (Monica Ramirez), Founder & President of Justice for Migrant Women #ProsperitySummit2024

Direct File will provide Marylanders with a free, safe, and secure option to file taxes. I am proud to have led the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act to make this happen.

Coming live from our workshop on #guaranteedincome! Shout out to GI participant Nina for sharing your story. First question, what financial supports helped you in your life?

Nina - connected to Bank of America through a #Baltimore workforce program. She’s been there for 5 years now! Found out about #guaranteedincome from her mom and appreciated that the application asked about her overall wellness, not just financial. #prosperitysummit2024

The relationships with our #guaranteedincome participants are the core of our program. Every member of CASH staff have connected with the 200 participants. We have laughed, cried, struggled, and succeeded together. They have made us better. #prosperitysummit2024

Nina - on boarding was a seamless and supportive process. CASH was constantly reaching out to make sure I had everything we needed. #prosperitysummit2024

CASH open 40 safe and affordable #BankOn accounts during on-boarding. This led to 85% of #guaranteedincome participants using a bank account to receive funds. #prosperitysummit2024

Nina - moved into her own apartment within one month of receiving GI payments. It built her confidence, learning to live on her own for the first time. It allowed her to learn how to manage household finances and weather emergencies. #prosperitysummit2024

Nina - all the additional resources helped to build skills, but also to build community. #MoneyPowerDay was a highlight! CASH constantly surveyed participants to see what they wanted. #prosperitysummit2024

Feedback from GI participants led CASH to bring their voices and invite them to join advocacy efforts for affordable childcare and rental housing. #prosperitysummit2024

Nina - CASH supported me through a tough moment and prevented me from being evicted. Also connected to childcare vouchers and worked along me to access it. #prosperitysummit2024

#guaranteedincome gave me the funds and mental space to make sure that I’m ok and doing well, not just getting through it. It made me more passionate at work and in my life. It made me want to help.

Just some of our amazing CASH team at the #prosperitysummit24

Closing out the #prosperitysummit2024. Aspen FSP found that more than half of the lowest wealth households saw their wealth grow by 88% in recent years. This is due to necessary gov investments in the expanded #CTC, American Rescue Plan investments, etc.

12,000 MAMAS!!!! Have enrolled in Medicaid in the past year following the passage of the Healthy Babies Equity Act. All people, regardless of immigration status, deserve a healthy life and family. We don't always celebrate our victories, but when we do, it is special. 🎊

Maryland joins the growing list of states offering IRS #DirectFile in 2025, saving taxpayers in the state an estimated $355M a year in tax prep fees and unclaimed tax credits. 👏👏👏 CASH Campaign of MD Governor Wes Moore thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-power…

Direct File has saved $5.6 million in costs & $90 million in claimed returns already. In 2025, 700k Marylanders will be able to easily & securely file for free. Read my op-ed in @BaltimoreSun with Comptroller of Maryland & Senator Chris Van Hollen about Direct File here ⬇️ baltimoresun.com/2024/09/06/cha…

How guaranteed income strengthens communities | GUEST COMMENTARY by ⁦CASH Campaign of MD⁩ in ⁦The Baltimore Sun⁩ ⁦Brandon M. Scott⁩ baltimoresun.com/2024/09/12/how…

"These programs are so critical because they provide resilience to participants, ensuring everyone has funds to deal with an emergency expense or to navigate out of a difficult situation," writes Tonaeya Moore of CASH Campaign of MD on guaranteed income pilots like Brandon M. Scott's.

ICYMI, our CEO and Co-founder, Robin McKinney made the list of The Daily Record's Most Admired CEOs. Congrats, Robin! Your leadership inspires us every day. thedailyrecord.com/2024/09/18/the…