Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
New grant program provides $1.18 million to five economic development, infrastructure projects in Alabama
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has announced five grant recipients for the inaugural State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) grant program. This flagship grant program aims to revitalize and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The $19 million investment will fund projects that align with […]
Gov. Ivey awards $180,000 to increase commerce, jobs in Dale County
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $180,000 grant to bring a new industry and jobs to Dale County. The Community Development Block Grant will be used to provide infrastructure for Averitt Express to locate in the county and create 20 jobs. Averitt Express, a freight transportation company, plans to construct a 21,200-square-foot building on […]
‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ speeding awareness and enforcement campaign starts July 15
MONTGOMERY – Slow down or expect to get a speeding ticket. That is the message from state and local law enforcement officers in five southeastern states where “Operation Southern Slow Down” starts Monday. This is the eighth year for the week-long speed awareness and enforcement campaign that runs from July 15-21 in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South […]
Gov. Ivey awards grant to fight sex trafficking in Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a grant of nearly $200,000 to a non-profit organization that provides training to law enforcement on methods for combatting sex trafficking. Covenant Rescue Group is based in Jefferson County and offers its training to law enforcement agencies statewide. Its instructors are former law enforcement officers and special operations […]
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.
