About Young Urban Professionals of ENC

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Young Urban Professionals of Eastern North Carolina (YUP ENC) was founded to fill a critical gap: the need for intentional, culturally grounded spaces where young professionals, creatives, and community leaders from marginalized communities could grow, collaborate, and lead.

What began as a conversation among committed community members has grown into a regional movement. Early efforts centered on voter education, civic participation, and community engagement. As the needs of the region expanded, so did our work — evolving to include entrepreneurship, workforce readiness, financial empowerment, and leadership development.

In a region where resources are often limited, YUP ENC chose to lead with innovation, integrity, and a community-first approach. Today, we stand as a grassroots force advancing equity, opportunity, and economic mobility across Eastern North Carolina.

Our work is only possible because of the strong partnerships we’ve built with local businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, civic leaders, and community members who believe in the mission.

We proudly work with organizations and individuals who understand the power of collective impact — and who are just as committed to building a better Eastern NC.

Whether you’ve donated, collaborated, sponsored an event, or simply showed up — we see you, and we thank you.

Interested in becoming a YUP ENC partner? Let’s build together. Contact us at info@yup-enc.org.