CREATING A PIPELINE TO OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUTH

College & Career prep, and Workforce Development programs.

OUR WORK & iMPACT

OUR STATE, OUR WORK PROGRAM

Carolina Across 100's first program, "Our State, Our Work," has reached 4,403 Opportunity Youth – 16-24-year-olds who are not working and not in school. Hear directly from two of these young adults in this powerful program recap celebrating the progress made by 13 teams, representing 37 counties across North Carolina, and the lives changed by this work.

Creating a Pipeline to Opportunity for youth in Alamance County

Discover how Opportunity Alamance is transforming the lives of youth in Alamance County! In this inspiring video, we showcase a community-driven initiative aimed at creating a Pipeline to Opportunity. Witness how collaborative partners provide essential services in workforce development, mental health support, financial literacy, and college readiness. With personalized plans tailored to each young person's needs, we’re building pathways to success and empowering the next generation to reach their goals. Join us in making a difference! Like and share this video to spread the word about the incredible work happening at Opportunity Alamance. Together, we can ensure that every young person has access to the resources they need to thrive. #OpportunityAlamance #YouthEmpowerment #CommunitySupport #SuccessPathway

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Discover how Opportunity Alamance is transforming the lives of youth in Alamance County! In this inspiring video, we unveil our collaborative approach to building a "Pipeline to Opportunity", connecting young people with resources tailored to their unique journeys. From workforce development and mental health support to entrepreneurship and college readiness, our partners are dedicated to empowering the next generation for success. Join us as we share real-world success stories that highlight the impact of collaboration and mentorship. Together, we can create brighter futures for our youth.

What is Opportunity Alamance?

Established in 2022, Opportunity Alamance is part of the “CAROLINA ACROSS 100" Collaborative program based out of UNC Chapel Hill. The program's goal is to create opportunities for 6400+ youth between age 16-24, surrounding education and employment such as college, trade school, and/or assist them with finding full-time employment.

WHO IS OPPORTUNITY ALAMANCE?

Opportunity Alamance consists of various community stakeholders who's mission is to create a PIPELINE TO OPPORTUNITY for youth that are transitioning into adulthood. These stakeholders include:

Alamance United Mental Health -

a community service partner that provides therapeutic Life Coaching & Support, Outpatient Therapy services, Certified Transitional Youth Specialists Trainer.

United Way of Burlington - a community organizer partner that provides technical and administrative assistance along with scholarship opportunities, housing, and educational programming.

Alamance Chamber of Commerce -

a community organizer partner that gathers and facilitates employment opportunities through its ever-developing network of local employers.

Alamance Community College -

a community service provider partner that is an Institution of higher learning that provides advanced learning degrees, as well as trade school learning opportunities and certifications.

NC Works & NXT GEN -

a community service partner that provides workforce development training and job placement services.

Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) formerly known as NC Vocational Rehab -

a community resource partner hat provides workforce development, job readiness training, education support, & job placement services.

Salvation Army of Burlington -

a community resource partner that provides food banks, clothing and financial resources.

NC Impact (Our State Our Work) -

Program creator, lead community organizing partner & more