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43% of puerto ricans live below the poverty level
Puerto Rico's Poverty in Numbers
In State of Poverty
6 Towns in Puerto Rico have 60% of their population living in poverty.
In State of Poverty
7 Towns in Puerto Rico have 70% of their child population living in poverty.
In State of Poverty
36 towns in Puerto Rico have 50% of their population living in poverty.
In State of Poverty
41% of its population is in poverty.
What is the Poverty/Child Poverty Foundation?
SOMOS is a non-profit organization
whose main mission is the eventual elimination of poverty and, particularly, child poverty on our Island.
At the Poverty/Child Poverty Foundation we are deeply committed to the rigorous study and fight against poverty and child poverty in Puerto Rico.
rigorous study and the fight against poverty and child poverty in Puerto Rico. The levels of
poverty levels on our island are at alarming levels, almost four times the U.S. average.
the United States, a stark reality that compels us to act with urgency and commitment.
We recognize that education serves as a cornerstone of empowerment, and it is through this perspective that we focus the majority of our efforts on education.
through this lens that we focus most of our efforts.
By implementing innovative educational programs and supporting research initiatives, we aspire to provide individuals and communities with the knowledge and
individuals and communities the knowledge and skills needed to break free from the chains of poverty.
chains of poverty.