Research study to measure impact: UpTogether

The Trust and Invest Collaborative (TIC) being implemented by UpTogether in Boston is an 18-month, paid research study to understand how access to community, capital and the choice to use those dollars how they see fit makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives and wellbeing. While data from the study is not yet available, participants share how TIC is already having an impact on them and their families. 

One participant shared that she had just moved to Boston and didn’t know anyone, so she is very excited to connect with her UpTogether group members to build community. She cried when she got her first $500 payment as part of the cash study arm, which allowed her to throw a celebration for her son’s birthday. 

One member, when given information about the study and how to participate, expressed, “I can’t believe it’s real.”

Another shared, “Thanks for the amazing work that you do … You all invested in my family, allowed us to gain new skills, sustain our housing, eventually return back to work after two years and start a business while I was looking for work. Forever grateful.”