MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant for improvements at Cullman’s Depot Park as part of the city’s ongoing downtown revitalization plan. The city of Cullman will use the funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission to expand Depot Park from two to five acres using three acres of industrial property adjacent to […]
MONTGOMERY — A Shelby County-based animal shelter that takes in or arranges boarding for pets for those fleeing domestic violence situations is among eight organizations awarded funds from Gov. Kay Ivey. In total, the Governor awarded almost $3.35 million to assist victims statewide. The Humane Society of Shelby County in Columbiana was awarded $40,612 to […]
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $2.4 million to ensure that victims of domestic violence and other abusive crimes can find safe housing and other essential elements to help them rebuild their lives. The grants to the 11 nonprofit agencies will assist victims of domestic violence, elder abuse and neglect, human trafficking […]
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $1.7 million in grants to help low-income Alabama residents achieve economic self-sufficiency. The Community Services Block Grants will be distributed to 18 community action agencies that serve families and individuals in counties throughout Alabama. “Sometimes people need a helping hand to lift themselves up when they are going […]
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $2.7 million to help reduce sexual assault in Alabama and assist victims. The 13 grants covering all 67 Alabama counties will ensure victims can receive medical attention, counseling and support. Agencies receiving funds also assist law enforcement agencies in pursuing and prosecuting offenders. “Sexual assault is […]
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $46 million in grants to 18 community service agencies that provide emergency assistance to help low-income households cover the costs of staying warm during the winter and cool during the summer. “High energy bills can be an overwhelming burden for families that are already struggling to […]
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $1.2 million in grants to three agencies that provide crucial services to survivors of domestic violence in 17 south Alabama counties. “It is critically important that everyone affected by domestic violence has access to timely, compassionate and professional assistance,” Gov. Ivey said. “I commend these centers for their […]
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling nearly $2.5 million to support agencies that serve domestic violence victims in 17 counties in north and central Alabama. “These agencies provide professional assistance and services that are indispensable for victims and their families,” Gov. Ivey said. “They offer victims a safe haven while also striving […]
MONTGOMERY — A project to aid the expansion of a Cullman industry, which will result in new jobs, picked up some additional financial support with a $500,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, Gov. Kay Ivey announced. The ARC funding along with a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant, awarded earlier by Gov. Ivey, will enable […]
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $4.3 million to help reduce domestic violence and aid victims in 19 counties primarily in the south central region of the state. The grants will enable four agencies to bring awareness of the seriousness of domestic violence through education programs while also providing intervention, shelter and […]
