Families and workers are the backbone of our country, and the best way to drive growth is by giving them the opportunities to thrive. The Families and Workers Fund (FWF) was founded in the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when families faced unprecedented uncertainty and swift, collaborative action was essential. Today, we’re meeting another defining moment, as the country navigates economic, policy, and market changes and AI rapidly transforms public services, workplaces, and career pathways. FWF is acting with speed and scale to strengthen the systems that support families and workers. To date, we’ve helped millions of people move closer to lasting economic security, opportunity, and upward mobility — and we’re just getting started.The American Dream claims that – no matter your background – everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive in the country through hard work and determination. But how can that claim be true when at least one-third of working people can barely make ends meet – let alone reach for the next rung on the ladder of success?

The U.S. is in a job quality crisis, one where working people are consistently out of reach of the American Dream and the promise of our country. The good news is that there is a growing movement to solve this problem and transform our economy into one that truly does offer access for all.