Beam, Formerly Edquity

By 2030, global warming will cause extreme poverty for over 132 million people. As climate-driven disasters increase, we must act now to protect our most vulnerable.  ICYMI: Beam founder and CEO, David Helene, explains how we need a full-scale effort across the public and private sectors to combat the climate crisis in a new Forbes Councils article. To make our system climate-resilient, we need a four-pronged approach of increased funding, robust policy, innovative technology, and a team of experts with deep technical expertise. You can read the full article here: https://bit.ly/46zZTkS

In 2022, the Census Bureau reported a steep rise in poverty among older Americans with the proportion living in poverty climbing from 9.5% in 2020 to 10.7% in 2021. SNAP cuts are impacting our most vulnerable. Fast and equitable delivery of public benefits has never been more important: https://nyti.ms/46xjaCU 

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

Government agencies are starting to leverage #GenAI to modernize resident services. With thoughtful AI-powered service delivery, agencies around the country are streamlining the delivery of public benefits and applications and renewals. AI is also fostering a more inclusive resident experience through multi-language support. We’re excited about the possibilities of this new wave of innovation, presenting government agencies with an opportunity to pave the way for a more promising and equitable future. Read more in Government Technology : https://bit.ly/45ekDwW

Over 132 million people are facing extreme poverty by 2030 due to global warming. We need to act now to protect our most vulnerable from increasing climate-fueled disasters.  In a new Forbes Councils piece, our founder and CEO David Helene delves into why redesigning our social safety net is key to combating the climate crisis, and why we need an all-hands-on-deck effort across the public and private sectors to drive real change. By embracing a four-pronged solution focused on increased funding, robust policy, innovative technology, and a team of experts with deep technical expertise and understanding of government processes, we can create a system capable of withstanding climate change. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/46zZTkS

Each year, Americans spend more than 10.5 billion hours filling out government paperwork, while $140 billion in government benefits go unclaimed due to outdated or complicated processes. The White House recently released new guidance to help federal agencies digitally modernize their online tools and public experiences. It’s exciting to see the federal government embrace new solutions to reduce administrative burdens and ensure Americans get the support they need right when they need it: https://bit.ly/458jSp2. 

We’re excited to be at #NCAN2023 today as our very own Sr. Partner Success Manager, Melanie Butron, takes the stage with our partner Lorain County Community College to discuss how we support students with innovative solutions to food and housing insecurity. #NCAN2023 is an event dedicated to achieving equity and shaping postsecondary education's future, and we are honored to take part. Thanks for having us, National College Attainment Network (NCAN)!

Each year, Americans spend more than 10.5 billion hours filling out government paperwork, while $140 billion in government benefits go unclaimed due to outdated or complicated processes. The White House just released new guidance to help federal agencies digitally modernize their online tools and public experiences. It’s exciting to see the federal government embrace new solutions to reduce administrative burdens and ensure Americans get the support they need right when they need it. https://bit.ly/458jSp2

Over 26 million people did not have enough food at the end of August. With pandemic-era emergency food stamps and other benefits ending while inflation remains at a 40-year high, we need better solutions to ensure that every family can keep food on the table. Read more in The Hill: https://bit.ly/46r1VDz

We’re encouraged to see the White House’s efforts to tackle administrative barriers that prevent those in need from receiving critical aid. In an executive order issued in 2021, President Biden directed agencies to reduce burdens and improve customer experience for government benefit programs with the aim of helping everyone who is eligible to be able to access and receive benefits. From FEMA to the Social Security Administration, agencies are making efforts to reduce paperwork and streamline application processes. With millions of Americans fighting to stay out of poverty, these efforts to create a more robust, effective, and equitable social safety net have never been more important. Read the full article via Huffington Post to learn more: https://bit.ly/3POaEKw