The Gift of Stability

1032+

Jobs secured after completing StepUp's Employment Program

77%

Had no income before landing their first job with StepUp Durham

1874+

Participants Served by StepUp Durham programming

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A Journey of Resilience: An Update on Ed Chapman

Ed Chapman’s story is one that embodies resilience, hope, and the power of community.

Ron

I’ve learned how important it is to get help from others while transitioning back into society.

🌟 Happy Anniversary to us!

Nine years ago today on October 12, 2015, StepUp Durham opened its doors at our former Knox Street location with a mission to partner with individuals facing challenges to employment.

Devine

Step1 was amazing - I wish I could do it all over again

vs

$35252

Average cost of incarceration per individual in North Carolina

$6100

Cost to support participants in landing their first job in North Carolina

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Fall Campaign Match

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 16.3% of the people living in Durham are below the poverty level.

Many of these men and women are actively seeking a more stable living situation, but face challenges such as criminal backgrounds, racial inequality, histories of drug abuse, domestic violence, and/or homelessness. Unemployment and lack of resources keeps the entire COMMUNITY FROM thriving.

And every family deserves stability.

1.6 Million

North Carolinian

—one in five adults—

has a criminal record

In fiscal year 2019-2020,
about 59% of StepUp Durham participants navigated their employment search with a criminal record

Informational Resources and Sources for Statistics Referenced

Estimated Number of North Carolinians with Criminal Records - North Carolina Justice Center/North Carolina Second Chance Alliance

Cost of Corrections - North Carolina Department of Public Safety

Poverty Rate in Durham County - United States Census Bureau

Living Wage Calculator - For Durham County