Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Gov. Ivey announces Project Safe Neighborhood grants to reduce crime in Jefferson County
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced two grants totaling just over $237,000 to help reduce crime in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Commission was awarded $137,242, and the city of Birmingham received $100,000 under the federal Project Safe Neighborhoods grant program. The initiative is part of a nationwide effort that brings together local, state […]
Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.2 million for state weatherization program
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $6.2 million to help low-income residents in Alabama reduce their home energy bills through the Weatherization Assistance Program. The 13 grants to community action agencies throughout Alabama provide funds for the program which improves the energy efficiency and safety of homes selected for assistance. Priority is […]
Gov. Ivey awards $600,000 to alleviate Scottsboro drainage problem
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $600,000 grant to help the city of Scottsboro alleviate a flooding problem while addressing a potential safety hazard. The Community Development Block Grant Urgent Need award will be used to reroute a damaged and partially collapsed drainage line that has caused flooding and water backup in a […]
Gov. Ivey awards $432,000 to help bring new jobs to Macon County
MONTGOMERY— A $432,000 grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help land a new industry in Macon County, resulting in 35 new jobs. The Community Development Block Grant will pave the way for Shinsung NVH USA to locate in the town of Shorter. Shinsung, an automobile parts supplier for Hyundai, Kia and other manufacturers, plans […]
Kenneth W. Boswell, Director
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) is committed to positively impacting Alabama communities through the agency’s grant programs and services that aim to spur community development and economic development.
Through partnerships with local governments, nonprofit groups, state and federal agencies, and other agencies, the men and women of ADECA work every day to improve the quality of life for Alabamians.
I am pleased to welcome you to our website, and I invite you to explore our Department’s various program areas and divisions. ADECA programs are as diverse as the people of Alabama and impact every corner of the state. We are here to serve, so please do not hesitate to contact us.
