

CHA celebrated 45 new graduates of LevelUp at a ceremony held on Saturday, January 27. LevelUp is a wealth-building program that encourages residents to unlock their economic power by providing financial incentives as they reach their life goals.
Together, the 45 residents who graduated earned nearly $300,000. Their accomplishments included:
- 5 became homeowners
- 7 increased their credit score
- 3 transitioned off housing subsidy
- 1 obtained a master’s degree
- 2 obtained a bachelor’s degree
- 1 obtained an associate degree
- 8 completed a Training/Certificate/Certification Program
- All graduates maintained employment for at least 12 months
“We are proud of these 45 graduates who have sacrificed and saved as they embark on the realization of their dreams,” said CHA CEO Tracey Scott. “This program is about investing in yourself and building your personal power. We are proud of them for staying the course as CHA continues to lend its support to ensure participants of this program achieve their goals.”
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