But another force is at work to alleviate the hardships of poverty. Some deliver goods and services to the needy through the efforts of volunteers, with no public funds involved. And many cooperate with public agencies, receiving grants and contracts to operate various programs and projects. Quite a few aggressively solicit private donations to support their missions. And some sell items such as used clothes and reworked equipment to raise money for their work.
Some businesses involved with poverty-related efforts use their own money.
Others have contracts with public agencies. Churches and other religious groups that help the poor and work with poverty issues. Regional community action agencies. Community health clinics and health care advocacy groups. Groups that address adult literacy and related issues.