Bernita Sims Executive Director Oliver Bowie Director of Finance/Compliance Latasha Lovette CSBG Director Matiullah Kohestani Data Analyst & IT Administrator Joe Alston Program Manager - CSBG Melissa McLaurin Office Administrator Linda Chapman Accountant Jaqueline McMillan Accountant Eneida Velazquez Administrative Assistant Robert Sims Program Manager -Titans Christy Davis Program Administrator -Titans Tawana Stewart Program Assistant - Titans Rodney Pen Warehouse Associate Vallie Pressley Warehouse Associate WRLP Staff

WRLP is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) that has been serving Guilford County for 27 years through Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding. We offer employment training and supportive services to help low-income individuals and families transition from poverty to self-sufficiency. Welfare Reform Liaison Project, Inc. WRLP is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) that has been serving Guilford County for 27 years through Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding. We offer employment training and supportive services to help low-income individuals and families transition from poverty to self-sufficiency. Call us TODAY to speak with one of our Success Coaches and learn how we can assist you. READ MORE Employment Training WRLP employment training includes; Soft skills training, Credentialed training, Upskilling and more. Learn More Supportive Services We offer supportive services such as utility, rent, childcare and much more. Learn More Titans Youth Programs Tomorrows Titans is a youth empowerment program for ages 14-24. It offers tutoring, mentoring, and much much more. More Info Upgrade to remove watermark www.marketpushapps.com www.marketpushapps.com 12179 # of Unemployed Individuals in Guilford County 78418 # of Individuals in Poverty in Guilford County 641 # of Homeless Individuals in Guilford County 6 Years of Experience WRLP in Action Welfare Reform Liaison Project, Inc. is devoted to facilitating the transition of individuals and families in Guilford County from poverty to sustainable self-sufficiency. This mission is accomplished through strategic partnerships with federal and state agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders across both the public and private sectors, complemented by active engagement with local residents. Presented below is an overview of our impact. 1 # of Individuals Served 11,767 Providing various services during FY 2024-25 More Info 2 O.I.C Store 200+ Low-income individuals visit and shop at our O.I.C. Warehouse each year. More Info 3 Community Partners 100+ Leveraging community partnerships to empower and support economically disadvantaged individuals for a greater impact. More Info News & Events Career Opportunities 1 / Program Assistant This position provides vital administrative support to team members involved in the planning and execution of the Tomorrow’s Titans program. The role ensures smooth communication between program participants and management staff, supports schedule coordination, and assists in organizing and managing program events. 2 / Success Coach Provide comprehensive case management to individuals enrolled in WRLP self-sufficiency programs. Assist low-income families and individuals in overcoming barriers by gathering pertinent information, assessing needs, and making appropriate referrals to community resources. Support clients in their journey toward self-sufficiency and achievement of personal and professional goals. All interested candidates, please submit your resume to MelissaM@wrlp.net . Poverty is Complex No one chooses to live in poverty. For Guilford County’s disadvantaged individuals, breaking the cycle of poverty requires more than just hope. It demands access to employment training, supportive services, and opportunities for self-sufficiency. Too often, poverty is deeply connected to poor health, unequal treatment in the justice system, unstable housing, and limited access to education and sustainable employment. WRLP's mission is to break this cycle for the low-income disadvantaged individuals in our community. Shop At Our Resource Center WRLP obtains merchandise from several leading companies and as a result we are able to offer these products for an administrative fee to the community via our Resource Center. Best Seller Cleaning Products School Supplies Toiletries Makeup Best Seller Hygiene Best Seller Pampers Visit O.I.C Page Get Involved Support Our Mission Donate Today

Titans Youth Programs Tomorrow's Titans is a youth empowerment program serving young people ages 14 to 24 who live in the City of High Point. The program offers a variety of activities and opportunities designed to support personal growth, education, and career readiness. Services include summer programs, after-school activities, Saturday school, summer job placements, and training and employment opportunities for young adults. Please Click here to visit Tomorrow's Titans website and complete an application.

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We provide a range of supportive services to help stabilize and empower individuals and families facing financial hardship. These services include rental and utility assistance to prevent housing insecurity, access to quality childcare to support working parents, transportation assistance, and referrals to healthcare and employment resources. Supportive Services We provide a range of supportive services to help stabilize and empower individuals and families facing financial hardship. These services include rental and utility assistance to prevent housing insecurity, access to quality childcare to support working parents, transportation assistance, and referrals to healthcare and employment resources. Our goal is to reduce immediate barriers, promote economic stability, and support long-term self-sufficiency through coordinated and compassionate care.

Our Resource Center offers a variety of products, including school supplies, household items, home décor, clothing, toiletries, and more. To qualify, you MUST meet one of the following guidelines: Guidelines/Documentation Required: Receive Medicaid/Medicare (Must bring current Medicaid/Medicare Card) Receive Food & Nutrition Benefits (Must bring Certification Award Letter) Senior Citizen, age 55+ Current Student with a valid Student ID Veteran Current Photo ID Be a Guilford County Resident. Accepted Forms of Payment: Money Order Debit/Credit Cards $20 Minimum Purchase Shop at Our Resource Center WRLP obtains merchandise from several leading companies and as a result we are able to offer these products for an administrative fee to the community via our Resource Center. Location & Hours of Operation: 863 N. Raleigh St., Greensboro, NC 27405 Monday - Wednesday - Friday Noon - 4:00 pm

Board of Directors Board Awards The Honorable Yvonne Johnson was awarded, the state’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on December 5, 2017. HON. MARK WALKER – U.S. House of Representatives, 6th District (December 6, 2017) “I rise today to recognize Mayor Pro Tem Yvonne Johnson, from Guilford County. I am honored to acknowledge Mrs. Johnson as she receives The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, awarded for exemplary service to the community and the State of North Carolina that is considered above and beyond the call of duty. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is among the most prestigious awards conferred by the Governor. Mrs. Johnson has continuously worked to make a positive impact in North Carolina. The citizens of Greensboro, Guilford County, and the entire state of North Carolina are truly fortunate to have Mrs. Johnson, as an outstanding representative of our community and country. I join with her family, friends, and the Sixth District in thanking Mayor Pro Tem Yvonne Johnson for her dedicated service to the city of Greensboro and the United States of America.” With great pleasure, WRLP is proud to announce that Dr. Burdell Knight has received the High Point Human Relations Commission Humanitarian of the Year Award. The High Point Human Relations Commission Humanitarian of the Year Award was created to honor a High Point citizen of whom during his or her lifetime has made significant contribution to human relations in High Point. The award was presented during the City's Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration. The City of High Point Human Relations Commission recognized Dr. Burdell Knight for her contributions made during the previous years that benefited traditionally oppressed individuals or groups. These groups include, but are not limited to: Racial and ethnic minorities, women, and the socially and economically disadvantaged. Specifically, not a civic leadership award, this award is presented to recognize a person that has risen above and beyond the call of duty in furthering the cause of equality and fair treatment for all citizens. Hon. Tyrone Johnson Hon. Valerie Jones Michael Pittman Rosalyn Frazier Dr. Goldie Wells, Chair Dr.Bradford Lilley, Vice Chair Sandra Hayes, Secretary Mr. Ed Price, Treasurer Felicia Mills Yolanda McDowell William Wyatt

The Employment Training Program at WRLP provides workforce development training to individuals in Guilford County. Participants will receive classroom training & participate in job training. Employment Training The Employment Training Program at WRLP provides workforce development training to individuals in Guilford County. Participants will receive classroom training & participate in job training. The WRLP training program consists of 4 levels: Click here to complete the employment training application. Level 1 training is a 3-week course held Monday through Wednesday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. If you are interested in a field not shown, please contact us at 336-691-5780. Level 1 - Intensive Core Classes Effective Communication Personal Development Money Smarts Using Computer for Job Search Level 2 - Trade Skills Imaging & Records Management Customer Service/Hospitality Construction Skills Trade CDL Health Care Careers Level 3 - Job Club Participant will attend Job Club to keep resume updated and apply for employment opportunities Level 4 - Employment Participant is employed and will receive reduced supportive services during the first 90 days of employment

WRLP is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) that has been serving Guilford County for 27 years through Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding. We offer employment training and supportive services to help low-income individuals and families transition from poverty to self-sufficiency. Community Action At Work Community Action Expands the Overall Economy Community Services Block Grant funding, when combined with certain direct program outcomes, generates $43 million in additional statewide economic output annually; when leveraged funds are included, statewide economic output rises by $450 million. In short, every $1 in program spending sparks more than $2 in added economic output. Community Services Block Grant funding, when combined with certain direct program outcomes, supports a total of 415 jobs across all industry sectors; when leveraged funds are included, a total of 5,123 jobs are supported through funding for community action. Community Services Block Grant funding, when combined with certain direct program outcomes, produces an estimated $16 million annually in additional labor income; when leveraged funds are included, community action resources boost labor income in North Carolina by $195 million annually. Community Services Block Grant funding, when combined with certain direct program outcomes, yields an estimated $2 million annually in additional state and local tax revenues; when leveraged funds are included, community action resources expand state and local tax collections in North Carolina by $23 million per year. Community Action Works to Raise Labor Income in North Carolina Investments in community action programs raise the amount of labor income received by North Carolinians. Under the narrow view of community action, investments in local programs in North Carolina directly support $9 million in labor income. About $3 million is generated indirectly in downstream industries, with almost $5 million in labor income induced by the direct and indirect impacts. Altogether, these investments in community action boost statewide labor income by $16 million per year. When leveraged funds are included, investments in local community action programs in North Carolina directly support $122 million in labor income. Another $20 million is generated indirectly in downstream industries, with another $53 million in labor income induced by the direct and indirect impacts. Altogether then, investments in community action programs boost statewide labor income by $195 million annually. Put differently, in this broad scenario, every $1 in labor income paid by community action agencies in North Carolina supports an additional $1.61 in labor income elsewhere in the state. Community Action Works to Create Jobs across North Carolina Investments in community action programs support jobs across the state. The job impacts occur directly in community action agencies, indirectly in linked downstream industries, and broadly due to increased household spending induced by the direct and indirect impacts. North Carolina’s annual Community Services Block Grant directly supports the employment of 251 people. Another 55 jobs are indirectly supported in downstream industries, with another 109 additional jobs induced by increased household spending resulting from the direct and indirect jobs. In sum, 415 jobs are linked to North Carolina’s community action programs, resulting in an employment multiplier of 1.65. Put differently, for each job created directly by community action agencies, 65 percent of an additional job is supported elsewhere in the state. When leveraged funds are included, North Carolina’s community action network supports 3,391 jobs. Another 467 jobs are indirectly supported in downstream industries, with 1,264 induced by the increased household spending resulting from the direct and indirect impacts. Community Action Works to Boost the Size of North Carolina’s Economy Investments in North Carolina’s community action programs expand the size of the state’s economy. When viewed narrowly, the spending of the state’s federal Community Services Block Grant, combined with the outcomes of selected economic self-sufficiency programs, alone generate more than $43 million in additional statewide economic output annually; in other words, North Carolina’s economy would be $43 million smaller if not for the existence of the state’s community action network Another way to measure the impact of community action programs on the overall size of the state’s economy is through use of a regional multiplier. In both scenarios, every $1 invested in community action programs generates more than $2 in additional economic output. In the broader scenario, for example, every $1 spent generated $2.10 in additional output.

Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for the Self-Sufficiency Program, applicants must reside in Guilford County and have a household income at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Additional program eligibility factors may include high school diploma, current unemployment, underemployment, or other barriers to economic self-sufficiency. Documentation of income and household composition is required during the application process. Income Guidelines – July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026: Household Size 125% below Federal Poverty Level 1 $19,563 2 $26,438 3 $33,313 4 $40,188 5 $47,063 6 $53,938 7 $60,813 8 $67,688 Add $6,875 for each additional person over 8. This self-sufficiency program is funded primarily through the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), according to federally mandated guidelines. Each applicant must meet the eligibility requirements of the federal poverty guidelines. Based on this statement Welfare Reform Liaison Project, Inc. O.I.C. Community Action Agency does not guarantee any individual placement in this program.