The 2020 Census has begun to be mailed out to households nationwide. It is important that everyone participates in the census and understands how to correctly fill out the form; households must remember to count all members including young children and babies.
Why is the census so important? Census data help ensure that your family and community can thrive by affecting how more than $1.5 trillion in federal funds are allocated yearly to communities.
Each person counted in your community means additional federal dollars that end up there. On the other hand, each person who doesn’t participate in census costs your community thousands of dollars each year. Since the census happens only once every 10 years, this loss will happen every year through 2030, adding up to a lot of lost resources. Participating in the census means you are claiming your community’s fair share of federal funding. Don’t lose out on money your community deserves.
If you are interested in volunteering with SALDEF to “get out the count” email careers@SALDEF.org
For 2020 Census resources click here
Make sure to spread knowledge about the 2020 Census to your friends, family and neighbors!