At the Y, we are dedicated to strengthening the foundations of our community. In order to do that, we need an understanding of who we are as a nation. This is what the United States Census provides.
The next Census is in Spring 2020! We want to make sure Triangle residents are counted so we can put those resources to good use here at home!
WHAT IS THE CENSUS AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
The Census determines how federal funding is given out to our communities. Over $1.5 trillion annually is distributed for programs that support our communities and benefit all Americans.
Census information is used to:
- Build Better roads and schools
- Fund community programs for seniors, children, and families
- Create jobs, and
- Improve Housing
WHEN IS THE CENSUS?
March 12-20 – Invitations mailed
March 16-April 3 – Reminder letters and postcards mailed
April 1 – CENSUS DAY!
April 8-16 – Hard copy census mailed
April 20-27 – Final reminder postcards mailed
HOW DO I GET COUNTED?
Beginning March 12, there are three ways you can complete the Census:
Mail: You can request a paper Census form in English or Spanish
Phone: The Census can be completed by phone in 13 languages.
Online: A Census form will be available to complete online in 13 languages.
what do I do now?
Download this Census 1010 handout.
Visit the Census 2020 website for detailed information on the census count.
