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Gov. Ivey awards grants to 11 agencies that assist child victims
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 11 grants totaling nearly $2 million to agencies that investigate child abuse cases and help victims overcome the trauma of abuse. “Nothing is more horrendous than a child being robbed of their youth and innocence,” Gov. Ivey said. “I am thankful for these agencies and the work they […]
Gov. Ivey awards nearly $17 million to make improvements in 44 Alabama communities
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded about $17 million to help Alabama towns, cities and counties make improvements in their communities. The Community Development Block Grants were awarded to 44 communities and cover a range of needs including water and sewer upgrades, street resurfacing, community centers and blight removal. “Community Development Block Grants make […]
Gov. Ivey awards grants to groups that assist child abuse victims in north Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded seven grants worth $845,151 to nonprofit organizations that assist victims of child abuse in north Alabama. “Children who have been abused deserve help with healing and protection from further harm,” Gov. Ivey said. “Funding these organizations ensures that children throughout Alabama have access to professional care and assistance […]
Gov. Ivey awards $2.3 million in grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims in central and west Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nine grants totaling about $2.3 million for programs to assist victims of crimes including domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking in Alabama. “Victims of these terrible crimes deserve to have a safe haven where they receive professional care and the chance for healing and justice,” Gov. Ivey […]
Kenneth W. Boswell, Director

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2020 Hurricanes Sally and Zeta
Beginning March 1, 2026, the Public Action Plan Amendment 5 – Substantial for the CDBG-Disaster Recovery for Hurricanes Sally and Zeta may be viewed online here or at the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), Suite 524, 401 Adams Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama 36104. The State will consider the views and comments of citizens in developing and finalizing the Substantial Amendment 5 to the Public Action Plan for the CDBG-Disaster Recovery for Hurricanes Sally and Zeta. Public comments will be taken and considered for a 30-day period beginning on March 1, 2026, and ending at the close of business on March 30, 2026. If you would like to provide a comment, have need of further information, or have a disability requiring special materials, services, or assistance, please contact Mr. Trent Williams at the ADECA office in Montgomery at DisasterRecovery@adeca.alabama.gov or at (334) 353-3409.
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