



to self-sufficiency while establishing
programs and services for
a sustainable community.

that lead to self sufficiency
through training and
employment.

emphasizes health
education and provides
nutrition counseling.

are special ways to enhance
the quality of life for clients of
Charlotte Area Fund.
Key statistics about poverty
Helping People. Changing Lives
14.2%
14.2% of Individuals below poverty
level in Mecklenburg County
14.2% of Individuals below poverty
level in Mecklenburg County
Source: 2012-2016 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
$7.25/hr
The poverty wage ($7.00/hr) and
minimum wage ($7.25/hr) are lower than
the living wage ($22.71/hr) for a family
of one adult and one child
The poverty wage ($7.00/hr) and
minimum wage ($7.25/hr) are lower than
the living wage ($22.71/hr) for a family
of one adult and one child
Source:Massachusetts Institute of Technology,
Living Wage Calculator: http://livingwage.mit.edu/
6.9%
6.9% 2016 Unemployment Rate
6.9% 2016 Unemployment Rate
Source: 2016 Mecklenburg State of the County Health Report
Quick Facts
Top issues facing our community:
Top issues facing our community:

Affordable Housing

Attainable employment

Health Care
Community action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to
helping people help themselves and each other.
Charlotte Area Fund Programs
Charlotte Area Fund Community Service Block Grant Funded Programs