“At 51 years old, he emerged from an 11-year sentence with ambitions to redefine his future, but his path to stable employment and independence was hindered by an unresolved DWI assessment and the absence of personal transportation. The shift to rideshare services, facilitated by NC PROWD, allowed him to pursue job opportunities with schedules beyond the constraints of public transportation or cab availability.”

“He secured roles as a Machine Operator/Material Handler and a UPS warehouse technician in the Fall of 2023. This achievement exemplifies the tangible impact of NC PROWD’s support by providing wrap-around services such as interview preparation, work clothing, and hygiene kits.”