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Families in poverty face tough choices: Essential clothing often out of reach amid rising costs of living

Posted 1/15/25

(BPT) - Families in poverty often spend over 80% of their income on food, housing, childcare and healthcare, leaving little room for essentials like winter clothing. Unfortunately, many children miss …

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