A Community Empowered to Lead
Since 1996, we've worked alongside the neighborhoods of Chapel Hill and Orange County. We were founded on a simple belief that communities thrive when the people have the tools they need to shape their lives. Wherever you're starting from, we're here to help you take that step.
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We own and manage more than 50 rental homes across Orange County, kept below market rate and open to Housing Choice Vouchers. Beyond the keys, our HUD-certified counselors walk people through buying a first home, navigating refinancing, and avoiding foreclosure — and our MOM Emergency Utility Fund helps neighbors keep the lights on when money runs short.
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Real change comes from the people who live it. We organize alongside residents in Chapel Hill's historic neighborhoods — Northside, Pine Knolls, Carr Court, and Lloyd Street — so they can advocate for themselves and shape the decisions that affect their blocks. Through community events, volunteering, and steady one-on-one relationships, we help neighbors build the future they want for the community.
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We help local entrepreneurs and working families build wealth that stays in the community. From affordable commercial space at our Midway Business Center to career exploration and financial-literacy programs, we open doors to ownership, good jobs, and the skills to grow — one household and one small business at a time.
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Who is Empowerment Inc.?
Our Mission
EMPOWERment Inc. is a Community Development Corporation with the mission of empowering individuals and communities to achieve their destiny through community organizing, affordable housing, and grassroots economic development.
What We Do
EMPOWERment Inc. manages 73 affordable rental properties and 5 privately-owned homes in Orange County. All tenants earn 30-80% of the Area Median Income, and EMPOWERment provides housing counseling, financial literacy training, and utility fund assistance.
EMPOWERment also owns and operates the Midway Business Center, Orange County’s first small business incubator. The Midway Business Center develops small businesses by providing them with a professional space, resources, and networking opportunities for their businesses.
The P.E.A.C.H. Apartments
Because of your support, P.E.A.C.H. Apartments is now open! Thank you for helping make safe, beautiful homes a reality for our community.
Brightpath Solutions
BrightPath Solutions is a program created after the COVID-19 pandemic with the mission to provide minority small businesses with the necessary tools and classes for success.
Get Involved
Attend a Community Outreach Meeting, which are held two to four times a year. For more information, call our office (919-967-8779).
Donate to our annual fundraiser or tenant meetings.
Spread the word! Tell your friends and coworkers to follow EMPOWERment on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with our newest developments, achievements, and events.
Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to be contacted with how your talents and efforts can specifically partner with EMPOWERment’s mission and initiatives.
Awards
Celebrating being a Champion For Change • Presented By Coastal Credit Union