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Communities provide safety and support to families and individuals
Tackling homelessness requires more than temporary shelter—it demands a dual focus on housing and opportunity. The Jericho Project’s model proves that a modest investment can yield a powerful financial and social return. A 250% annual ROI, combined with profound human impact, makes this strategy one of the most effective tools we have in ending chronic homelessness.
The Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) conducted a comprehensive analysis titled “The Comparative Costs and Benefits of Programs to Reduce Crime, Version 4.0,” evaluating the economic efficiency of various crime reduction programs. By systematically reviewing evaluations from the past 25 years, WSIPP assessed whether the benefits of these programs, measured by their impact on crime reduction and the associated value to taxpayers and crime victims, outweigh their implementation costs.
According to a national study conducted by the Institute for Social Research and the School of Public Health at the University of Michigan, every $1 invested in Boys & Girls Clubs returns $9.60 in benefits to communities. This return on investment (ROI) is driven by higher academic achievement, lower crime rates, reduced substance abuse, and increased earnings for club members and their families. Let’s explore the key reasons why Boys & Girls Clubs are transforming lives and creating lasting social and economic impact.
The global transition to green energy has accelerated rapidly, increasing the demand for critical materials like rare earth elements (REEs), lithium, nickel, silicon, and cobalt. While these materials power wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles (EVs), their mining and processing have significant social impacts. This study presents a quantitative assessment of these impacts, addressing employment rates, labor income share, gender equality, work safety, informal employment, and child labor—key indicators aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1, 5, and 8.
Large employer investments foster economic dynamism, higher wages, improved employment rates, lower crime, and better access to private healthcare. The data-driven approach challenges anecdotal skepticism and provides a compelling case for policymakers and communities to actively attract and support major business investments.