Participant Spotlight: Maureen
Maureen didn’t know what to expect coming to StepUp Wilmington. In the last year, Maureen’s life had completely upended: “In…
Do you know your local living wage?
Do you know your local living wage? At StepUp Wilmington, we urge employers in New Hanover County and beyond to…
Welcome Andrew Cooke to StepUp’s Board of Directors!
Welcome Andrew Cooke to StepUp’s Board of Directors! Andrew began his journey with StepUp Wilmington in 2016 when current Board…
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Participant Spotlight: Meet Tara
Two years ago, Tara’s life changed in an instant. Pulling down a 125lb gate at work, she turned her head,…
Participant Spotlight: Meet Gabriel
Gabriel gave StepUp Wilmington a chance on a referral last fall when Hurricane Florence cost him his job. During Jobs…
Employer Spotlight: Verizon Wireless
StepUp Wilmington works with over 100 employer partners who are an integral part of our process. These local businesses in…
Welcome Meghan Cowan to SUW’s Board of Directors!
Meet Meghan Cowan: our new addition to StepUp Wilmington’s Board of Directors. As a graduate of UNCW and her 8+…
Participant Spotlight: Meet Magnolia
StepUp Wilmington works to break barriers of employment, one of them being age. Magnolia defeated society's odds by getting a…
Displaced By the Hurricane? Know Your Voting Options
Hurricane Florence’s aftermath resulted in thousands of North Carolina residents being displaced from their homes. This sudden change of address…
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Hurricane Florence Disaster Relief Resources
New Hanover County Public Information Hotline: (910) 798-6800 Residential debris removal for NHC has begun. Click here for more information.…
In the Wake of Florence: Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
In the wake of Florence, even those who have jobs may be experiencing unemployment, unable to get to work or…
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Meet Keisha, StepUp Wilmington’s New Employment Coordinator
A Wilmington native and mother of two beautiful boys, Keisha Hudson joined us on Monday, August 20. She loved her…
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