 The population of the Richmond region is just under 1 million. US Census - One in four children living in the City of Richmond lives in households at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Greater Richmond Area Child and Youth Needs and Assets Assessment
- According to a study completed by the Jenkins Foundation, Richmond families participate in TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) 313.89% more frequently than the statewide average. Youth Violence Prevention in Metropolitan Richmond
- More than one out of every two parents in Richmond is a single parent and 99% of parents living in government-subsidized housing are single parents. Greater Richmond Area Child and Youth Needs and Assets Assessment, and Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority
- Richmond’s child abuse and neglect rate is twice the statewide rate. Greater Richmond Area Child and Youth Needs and Assets Assessment
- In one Richmond neighborhood alone, 88% of the children have heard gunfire near their home, and 25% have seen someone killed. Kliewer W., VCU Department of Psychology
- Richmond students drop out of school 468.40% more frequently than the statewide average. Richmond youth are also 100.68% more likely to be arrested for violent crimes (murder, aggravated assault, robbery, and rape) than the statewide average. Youth Violence Prevention in Metropolitan Richmond
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