WHO WE ARE

Who We Are

Redirection Community Development Corporation (Redirection CDC) is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Greenville, North Carolina. Founded in 2011 by Yolanda Bullock-Blount, Redirection CDC was established to empower individuals and families by creating pathways to personal growth, economic mobility, and community success.

For more than a decade, Redirection CDC has served communities throughout Eastern North Carolina by providing youth development programs, entrepreneurship education, workforce development, reentry support, mentoring, housing stabilization services, and community-based initiatives designed to help individuals overcome barriers and achieve self-sufficiency.

Our work is built on the belief that every person possesses unique gifts, talents, and purpose. Through education, training, mentoring, coaching, and strategic partnerships, we help individuals develop the skills, confidence, and resources needed to build successful futures for themselves and their families.

Today, Redirection CDC serves youth, aspiring entrepreneurs, returning citizens, individuals in recovery, and underserved populations through innovative programs that promote leadership development, entrepreneurship, workforce readiness, financial empowerment, and community reintegration.

Our signature programs include L.I.F.T. (Living In Faith Today), M.O.V.E. (Men of Vision and Endurance), REIGN Reentry Services, Entrepreneurship Mindset Training, workforce development initiatives, and community engagement programs that foster resilience, opportunity, and long-term success.

At Redirection CDC, we believe transformation begins when individuals are given access to the right opportunities, support systems, and resources. Our commitment is to help people redirect their lives, discover their purpose, and build a brighter future for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Our Mission:
To empower individuals and families through education, entrepreneurship, workforce development, housing stabilization, reentry support, and community partnerships that promote self-sufficiency, resilience, and economic mobility.

Our Vision:
To create stronger communities where every individual has access to the opportunities, resources, and support needed to achieve stability, success, and lifelong growth.

WHAT WE DO

Our Programs

Redirection CDC offers innovative programs and services designed to help individuals and families achieve personal Redirection CDC offers innovative programs and services designed to help individuals and families achieve personal growth, economic mobility, workforce success, housing stability, and community reintegration. Our programs provide participants with the knowledge, skills, resources, and support needed to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.

Youth Leadership & Development

Our youth programs focus on character development, leadership, life skills, academic success, and personal growth.

L.I.F.T. (Living In Faith Today) – Empowering young women through leadership development, mentoring, self-esteem building, and life skills training.
M.O.V.E. (Men of Vision and Endurance) – Helping young men develop leadership skills, resilience, discipline, and a positive vision for their future.
Summer enrichment and youth engagement activities.

Reentry & Community Reintegration

Our reentry initiatives help returning citizens successfully transition back into their communities by providing support, resources, and opportunities for long-term success.

REIGN (Reentry Empowerment and Growth Network) – Reentry support services focused on personal development, employment readiness, housing stabilization, entrepreneurship, mentoring, and community reintegration.
Peer support and recovery-oriented services.
Workforce readiness and life skills development.

Entrepreneurship & Economic Mobility

We help aspiring entrepreneurs develop the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to launch, grow, and sustain successful businesses.

Entrepreneurship Mindset (Ice House Entrepreneurship Program) – A nationally recognized program that helps participants develop entrepreneurial thinking, opportunity recognition, problem-solving skills, resilience, and self-reliance.
Small business startup training.
Business planning and development support.
Financial literacy and economic empowerment education.
Grant readiness and business growth workshops.

Workforce Development & Career Advancement

Our workforce development programs help participants prepare for meaningful employment and long-term career success.

Career exploration and planning.
Job readiness training.
Resume development and interview preparation.
Apprenticeship and workforce pathway support.
Professional development and leadership training.

Housing Stability & Community Support

Redirection CDC is expanding efforts to help individuals and families achieve safe, stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency.

Housing stabilization support.
Resource navigation and referrals.
Community partnerships and supportive services.
Reentry housing and housing-focused initiatives.

Across all programs, we integrate our Five Core Principles:

Renew the Mind • Encourage Yourself • Ignite Your Passion • Guard Your Heart • Develop a New Attitude

These principles help participants build confidence, strengthen character, embrace personal responsibility, and create positive change in their lives, families, and communities.