Economic Impact Report

A new economic impact report produced by the Center for the Study of Economic Mobility (CSEM) of Winston-Salem State University suggests that the Do School has a very large positive economic impact on the community and its trainees. An economist with CSEM estimates that for every $1 spent by the Do School, there is an economic benefit of between $8.50 and $10.90, implying a very high benefit to cost ratio. Trainees can expect to see their average annual pay increase from between $5,000 and $15,000 annually for the rest of their careers and the Do School completion rate is in line with national averages. Trainees also receive stipends during their training period, allowing them to graduate from the program without incurring additional debt. The work undertaken by trainees to rehabilitate homes increase property values and taxes, providing first-time home buyers with exceptional value and the city and county with much needed property tax revenues. Complete Report.