Gov. Ivey awards grants to help child abuse victims in south Alabama

November 13, 2023

MONTGOMERY – Recognizing that child abuse is a persistent and pervasive issue, Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded seven grants totaling nearly $1 million to agencies that serve victims in 16 south Alabama counties. “Children deserve to be raised in nurturing and supportive homes. It is, therefore, critically important that we make resources available to those […]

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Governor awards more than $3 million to assist domestic violence victims in north Alabama

November 9, 2023

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $3.03 million to seven agencies that provide services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse and exploitation in north Alabama. “Domestic violence too often shatters lives, leaving victims and their families in vulnerable situations,” Gov. Ivey said. “The agencies receiving these grant funds directly serve […]

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