This is what happens when housing is paired with opportunity

See how residents are taking their next steps forward.

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What is Empowerment Boost?

The Empowerment Boost is designed to move residents from stability to opportunity.

At Status: Home, housing creates the foundation. The Empowerment Boost is an extension of that work—helping residents take the next step forward.

Through direct support of up to $1,000, residents were able to take meaningful steps toward education, career advancement, and entrepreneurship. For some, that meant enrolling in a course. For others, it meant launching an idea, advancing a goal, or finally removing a barrier that had been standing in the way.

These aren’t just grants. They are investments in what comes next.

This is what happens when housing is paired with opportunity.

Meet the Winners

Tracey Haley

Fredrick Bryant

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We will continue releasing the stories behind each award, and see how a single boost is unlocking opportunity, accelerating progress, and changing what’s possible.

Thank you to our judges for their time, energy, and insight

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Carol Waddy

Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Kivin Jones

Kivin Jones

Old Republic International

Amy Woodson

The Same House

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This is what happens when housing is paired with opportunity.

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