About Dare Minority Coalition

Dare Minority Coalition believes the work underway for our community is needed across Dare County, North Carolina, the country, and the world. A central DMCs objective is to advance affordable housing for long term renters facing consistent rent increases.

Statistics from the American Community Survey, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the North Carolina Court system, the NLIHC 2018 Out of Reach Report, and the U.S. Department of Energy for Dare County indicate that 40% of renters have difficulty affording their homes. This represents 1,694 households. Among homeowners, 35% have difficulty paying their mortgage, affecting 3,544 households in Dare County alone.

Dare County’s economic future depends on providing housing for its full time residents. These residents form the workforce and need the ability to live in the community where they work.

Re-entry and Workforce Support

The re-entry component of the program helps formerly incarcerated residents return to the local workforce. Planned partners include College of the Albemarle (a local community college), Dare County Sheriff Department, Dare County Recovery Court, and Dare County Detention Center, supporting inmates as they transition back into the community.

Community Outreach

Community outreach is integral to the mission. Projects center on education, music and the arts, youth empowerment, and community.

Contact

Dare Minority Coalition
110 Scarborough St. Manteo, NC 27954
dareminoritycoalition1@gmail.com
(252) 564-5140