Why It Matters
By shifting facility-care dollars to a nonprofit social enterprise, ANCHORWorks clients will help create opportunity, support workforce reentry, and strengthen the local economy — all while receiving reliable, high-quality janitorial services.
Who We Hire & Support
ANCHORWorks creates paid, supportive employment for veterans, young adults without postsecondary credentials, low-income job seekers, and those re-entering the job market. To promote the long-term success of our team members, the program is backed by individualized case management to assist with:
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transportation coordination
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childcare referrals
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benefits navigation
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and more…
Training partners include NCWorks, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC, NCDOJ Reentry Programs, and Forsyth Technical Community College.
What We Do
Professional facility care, powered by purpose. ANCHORWorks provides reliable janitorial and light maintenance services, green cleaning practices, and OSHA-compliant protocols — so work spaces stay clean, safe, and welcoming. Every contract also fuels local job creation and community reinvestment.
Who We Serve
ANCHORWorks will initially serve existing ANCHOR properties, then will expand regionally to serve nonprofit, municipal, and commercial clients across the region as capacity grows.
ANCHORWorks Facilities Services
Cleaning spaces, building futures.
Get Involved
ANCHOR is seeking partnerships with employers, training providers, local colleges, community organizations, and volunteers who want to support our program participants on their journey.
Whether you are a business looking to hire local talent, a community partner offering services, or someone who simply wants to contribute to a stronger, more equitable region, there is a place for you in ANCHORWorks.
For more information, please contact us.
Bridging a Gap
ANCHORWorks directs support to individuals and families living in and around ANCHOR communities. It bridges the gap between housing and economic opportunity by offering on-the-job-training, personalized coaching, employment connections, and supportive services that meet team members where they are.
The program was built upon three core principles:
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Stability comes first.
Before a participant can focus on employment or long-term goals, immediate needs like childcare, transportation, food access, and health must be addressed. ANCHORWorks helps identify barriers and make connections to resources that help stabilize people’s day-to-day lives
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Everyone has strengths.
Through one-on-one coaching, participants set their own goals, build on their existing skills, and create individualized plans for progress.
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Opportunity should be accessible.
ANCHORWorks collaborates with employers, training providers, and community partners across the Carolina Core to bring local opportunities directly to participants.
What ANCHORWorks Offers
On-the-Job Training and Employment in Custodial Services
A cornerstone of ANCHORWorks is its custodial workforce development track, operated through ANCHORWorks Facilities Services program. This pathway provides direct, paid, on-the-job training for participants who want immediate employment and room for advancement. The program includes:
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Living-wage employment from Day One
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Full family medical insurance
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Paid time off and paid holidays
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Hands-on custodial and facilities skills training and certifications
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Clear leadership and promotional pathways, including team lead and supervisory roles
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Opportunities for long-term growth, including cross-training with maintenance, property management, and facility operations
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Supportive coaching to build professional confidence and long-term career stability
This model reduces barriers for program participants who need income immediately while creating a sustainable career pipeline that nurtures leadership, advancement, and self-sufficiency.
Career Navigation and Job Placement
Residents receive personalized support exploring careers, updating resumes, preparing for interviews, and strengthening professional skills. The program partners with employers who are committed to hiring locally and building equitable pathways to stable, living-wage work.
Education and Training Pathways
From short-term certifications to digital literacy to leadership development, ANCHORWorks connects residents to training providers who prepare them for in-demand jobs in healthcare, logistics, trades, hospitality, early childhood education, and more.
Financial Coaching and Goal Setting
Money management, budgeting, credit-building, debt reduction, and long-term planning are essential to financial stability. Residents meet with coaches who help them set achievable goals and track their progress.
Supportive Services and
Resource Navigation
Because life does not pause for job training or career changes, ANCHORWorks stays connected to participants at every step. The program helps with referrals for childcare, food assistance, transportation support, mental health resources, and other community-based services that strengthen long-term stability.
Community Connections and
Peer Support
Programs, workshops, and group events help residents build relationships, develop leadership skills, and strengthen community ties. Residents become part of a supportive network that celebrates progress and fosters belonging.
ANCHORWorks Facilities Services is a nonprofit, mission-driven facilities services program developed and managed by ANCHOR — Affordable North Carolina Housing Organization. ANCHORWorks delivers spotless spaces while opening doors to meaningful work for neighbors across the Carolina Core. ANCHORWorks pairs professional, OSHA-compliant cleaning and maintenance with paid training, case management, and career pathways for people facing barriers to employment.