by Vella Stroot | Jun 14, 2021 | Blog
Local resident and union laborer at the Preservation Square construction site, Della Tolliver inspires young women to pursue a career in construction. Representation Where It Matters Ms. Della Tolliver is a union laborer with EAD Construction, women and minority-owned...
by Vella Stroot | May 31, 2021 | Blog
As relocation begins in the Tidewater Gardens community, Tionna’s dreams of owning her own daycare are brought to reality with the guidance of the People First Empowered by USI team. Getting Support for Relocation When the announcement of the Tidewater Gardens...
by Vella Stroot | May 24, 2021 | Amplify Voices
A unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and organizations in Norfolk springs up with the arrival of micro-grants awarded by People First Empowered by USI. People First Empowered by USI is offering micro-grant opportunities to companies in the Norfolk and surrounding...
by Vella Stroot | May 3, 2021 | Blog
In Harmony Oaks, 20 USI families were awarded a scholarship to participate in Camp: ASPIRE, a STEM-based program offered throughout the summer of 2020 despite COVID-19 and other challenges. This story is one of many pathways created by scholars. During the 2020...
by Vella Stroot | Mar 17, 2021 | Blog
Perkins Homes resident, Ms. McCain found success despite all the challenges she faced in 2020 The impact of the pandemic has been major on USI families throughout 2020 and continuing into 2021. However, despite all the obstacles, families are still finding a way, and...