Steps

Steps Inc is a regional nonprofit organization serving a six-county community action area with a mission to alleviate poverty and increase self-sufficiency among individuals and families. Founded over thirty years ago as the Tri-County Sheltered Workshop, Steps Inc has evolved into a recognized leader in providing quality services to individuals wi... th disabilities and vulnerable populations across its service region. The organization operates from its original corporate headquarters, a facility built through the vision of its founding Board of Directors and early leadership, and has expanded its reach and impact significantly since inception. Steps Inc is distinguished by its commitment to comprehensive, data-driven program development and community engagement; the organization is currently undertaking one of its most substantial initiativesa comprehensive needs assessment across its six-county region that involves community citizens, faith communities, professional and civic organizations, and both public and private sector entities. This assessment will inform the design and implementation of targeted programs aimed at reducing poverty and fostering economic self-sufficiency. The organization has earned recognition as one of the state's premier nonprofit entities, a distinction supported by its achievement of international accreditation from CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities), a rigorous credentialing process that validates Steps Inc's adherence to the highest standards of quality, accountability, and effectiveness in rehabilitation and human services delivery. Steps Inc's collaborative approach to service delivery, grounded in partnerships with community stakeholders and supported by a dedicated workforce, positions the organization as a trusted provider of essential social services and a catalyst for meaningful community change across its region.Read More