Truist invests $17 million in the future of Charlotte and communities across North Carolina

Additional information about HIF I and II is available.Truist Foundation grants build skills, help propel economic mobility across state In an era where technology and digital prowess have become essential for many job opportunities, Truist Foundation announced two grants with a singular focus: forging pathways to economic mobility through technology-oriented training initiatives.NPower, a nationwide tech training program spanning seven states, is venturing into North Carolina, marking its debut in Raleigha vibrant city within the Research Triangle community. This ambitious expansion seeks to attract, educate and empower at least 150 new learners over the course of the grant, and aims to hone their skills to master the art of information technology (IT) with the expectation of acquiring expertise equivalent to professionals with one to two years of experience. Through dynamic partnerships, Per Scholas North Carolina will offer remote training programs to more than 250 learners in rural areas of the state in an effort to increase access and opportunity for high-growth careers in technology. More information is available at www.ascenthousing.com and www.ascenthousing.com/housing-impact-fund.NPower is a national nonprofit on a mission to move people from poverty to the middle class by training youth from underserved communities and military-connected individuals in a range of tech skills and placing them in quality jobs. For local updates, follow Per Scholas North Carolina on LinkedIn and Facebook.Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporations (NYSE: TFC) purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities.