As a nearly two-year project in Boulder that helped 200 low-income households make ends meet is coming to an end, organizers are releasing final results.

The project Elevate Boulder gave $500 monthly payments to each participant starting in 2023 after the city allocated $3 million from its  American Rescue Plan Act funds for the project.

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The final report states that as a result of the project, participants said they can more easily pay for basic needs, were able to receive more education or training, and have stronger mental and physical health. However, the summary report shows there were some costs participants still found too high to cover, like childcare and health insurance.

One participant, Andy Masterpiece, says he was able to follow his passions to be a musician and buy a g

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