Gov. Ivey awards grants to help at-risk youth in central Alabama

March 7, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $166,321 to support programs that aim to prevent youth crime and recidivism in Jefferson, Shelby and St. Clair counties. The grants will support four programs that provide mentoring and counseling to youth and their parents who have been referred through the juvenile justice system with a goal […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant for antibullying program in north Alabama

March 6, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $100,163 grant to assist in creating an antibullying program that will serve Morgan and Lawrence counties. Grant funds will be used by the Mental Health Association in Morgan County to develop the Bullying and Cyberbullying Prevention program. The goal of the program is to educate elementary and middle […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant for Muscle Shoals Police equipment

March 2, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $51,000 grant to assist the city of Muscle Shoals in purchasing new equipment for the Muscle Shoals Police Department. The grant funds will purchase 14 “Entry Kits” that will be used in potentially dangerous situations when officers need added protection and the ability to safely gain entry into […]

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Next online state surplus property auction starts March 4

March 2, 2023

MONTGOMERY — Laptops, office furniture, vehicles and more are among the lots up for bid in the next online state surplus property auction starting this Saturday. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is hosting the auction via GovDeals.com starting at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, March 4 with bidding running […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to help victims, prevent further abuse

February 21, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $519,738 to support five organizations that assist domestic violence victims and provide education and programs to prevent abuse. Together, the organizations cover 25 Alabama counties with their services and assistance. “Those who have unfortunately suffered from domestic violence deserve to receive timely assistance from professionals in their […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist Tallassee Rapid Response Team

February 14, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $150,000 grant to assist the City of Tallassee in developing a rapid response team through the Tallassee Police Department. The team is designed to respond to active shooter situations and other potentially dangerous situations in which someone is at high-risk that could result in injury or death. The […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant to help children of inmates in DeKalb County

February 14, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $32,000 grant to assist children of incarcerated individuals in DeKalb County. Extended Family, located in the City of Centre in Cherokee County, is using a $32,000 grant to offer its Extended Family for Kids program in DeKalb County. The program provides curriculum for children with parents and loved […]

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Governor awards grant for drug court program in Dallas County

February 14, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $50,000 grant to support a community program in Dallas County that focuses on drug treatment for those recovering from addiction. The grant to the Dallas County Commission will help the Dallas County Adult Drug Court program to offer a means for participants to recover from addiction and avoid […]

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Governor awards grants to assist child abuse victims in 10 counties

January 3, 2023

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $769,578 to help provide services to child victims of abuse, neglect and sexual assault in 10 central and east Alabama counties. The grants will help five nonprofit organizations provide services including advocacy and accompaniment, emotional support and safety services, court assistance and assistance in filing compensation […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims statewide

December 14, 2022

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $7.1 million to help provide services to domestic violence victims across the state. The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims. “Domestic violence unfortunately continues to affect some Alabama families and residents, and they […]

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