Self-Sufficiency Project
Our Success Coaches work directly with clients to meet immediate needs and develop a plan for success using a combination of tangible resources, training and other services. Success Coaches work with clients for a full year to help remove barriers and ensure that each family gets the support they need to achieve success.
Workforce Development
Charlotte Area Fund prepares adults for the workforce through a range of job training and readiness programs. Training opportunities are diverse and include HVAC, construction, IT, medical professions and more.
Senior Empowerment Program
This program is designed to meet the unique needs of Mecklenburg County seniors, including health assessments, nutrition counseling and computer literacy training.
Do I Qualify for Programs and Services?
To qualify for Charlotte Area Fund programs, individuals need to live in Mecklenburg County and have an annual household income of less than 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The current income guidelines are:
| Family Size | Income |
| One | $16,988 |
| Two | $22,888 |
| Three | $28,788 |
| Four | $34,688 |
| Five | $40,588 |
| Six | $46,488 |
| Seven | $52,388 |
| Eight | $58,288 |
NOTE: For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,900 for each additional person. Revised: October 1, 2022.
If you meet these guidelines, fill out an intake application to start the process of accessing Charlotte Area Fund programs.