Education & training
Support may include tuition, books, certifications, licenses and connections to short-term training.
CSBG self-sufficiency program
S.T.A.R.S. Self-Sufficiency (CSBG)
Turn your goals into a plan—and your plan into progress—with one-on-one support for education, employment, financial well-being and housing stability.
Support for your next step
Build skills. Remove barriers. Move forward.
S.T.A.R.S. works with eligible adults in Anson, Montgomery, Moore and Richmond counties through individualized case management and coordinated support.
Employment support
Build job-readiness skills and explore eligible work supports that can help you prepare for and keep employment.
Budgeting & financial goals
Work one-on-one on budgeting, credit awareness, goal tracking and steps toward long-term stability.
Housing stability
Eligible participants may receive help with housing-related needs, including deposits, when funding is available.
Your S.T.A.R.S. pathway
A practical plan built around you.
Connect
Contact your county office and ask about S.T.A.R.S.
Review
Complete an eligibility review and talk through your needs.
Plan
Build an individualized plan with clear, achievable goals.
Progress
Work with your case manager, receive eligible support and track your progress.
Is S.T.A.R.S. right for you?
Start with the basic qualifications.
A SCAP team member will review the full program requirements with you.
- Age 18 or older
- Live in Anson, Montgomery, Moore or Richmond County
- Household meets current income guidelines
- Ready to work with a case manager on self-sufficiency goals
Eligibility, services and financial assistance depend on your application, documented need, current program guidelines and available funding.
Find your county office