Durham County Launches Second Guaranteed Income Program
- Durham County, NC, is initiating a second guaranteed income experiment called DCo Thrives.
- 125 families will receive $750 monthly for one year, with no spending restrictions.
- The program targets low-income families with children under 18 and incomes below 30% of the area’s median income.
- A control group of 125 participants will be included for comparative analysis.
- Participants must complete surveys and will receive $100 for survey completion.
The DCo Thrives program in Durham County aims to assess the impact of unconditional financial support on low-income families. Participants will be selected randomly to ensure a diverse sample.
