The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a $800,000 Project Grant (CFDA 23.002 - Appalachian Area Development) to Allegany County, New York on June 1, 2024. The grant funds will be used to support community infrastructure development initiatives in the Southern Tier region of New York. The award is part of ARC's strategic efforts to strengthen the regional economy by investing in critical infrastructure, entrepreneurial development, workforce training, and community capacity building across the 13-state Appalachian region. As a sub-recipient, Allegany County provides a range of social services focused on improving nutrition, health, and public welfare through federal pass-through funding, including administering TANF and SNAP benefits, collecting child support payments, distributing LIHEAP assistance, preparing for public health emergencies, and facilitating employment programs.
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