Poverty is not a niche issue. Nearly one in four Duluthians live below the federal poverty line, and more than half of us struggle to pay for housing. These realities are even more extreme among Duluthians of color. Poverty is an issue that touches every neighborhood, every age group and every family. With federal funds for housing and anti-poverty programs continuing to shrink, our community has an even greater responsibility to develop our own solutions, and we believe that