Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Governor awards grants to aid victims in north Alabama
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a total of $214,500 to four agencies in north Alabama to continue providing services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims. The grants will support the agencies as they serve victims in 11 counties. “Domestic violence and sexual assault victims deserve access to professional assistance in a timely […]
Gov. Ivey awards $116,000 to assist abuse victims in 10 south central Alabama counties
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $116,000 to help victims of abuse in 10 south central Alabama counties receive needed care and support. The grants to Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center in Clanton and The Family Sunshine Center in Montgomery will help the organizations continue to assist victims. “Those who have experienced […]
Gov. Ivey awards grants to help victims in west Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $23,000 to provide services to victims of child abuse in west Alabama. The funds were allocated to two child advocacy centers that serve a total of five counties in the region. “Child abuse is an atrocious crime that can devastate families and ruin lives,” Gov. Ivey said. “I […]
Gov. Ivey awards grant to help sex trafficking victims
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $47,000 grant to an organization that helps sex trafficking victims find safe shelter and restore their lives. The WellHouse, a rescue and recovery organization based in St. Clair County, houses women and girls who have been victims of the sex trafficking trade and are seeking help. “It […]
Kenneth W. Boswell, Director
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