The Southwestern NC Planning & Economic Development Commission was awarded a $276,000 Project Grant by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002). The award, effective December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2026, will support community revitalization initiatives across seven counties in southwestern North Carolina. The grant funding will enable the commission to deliver a range of economic development, infrastructure, workforce training, and organizational capacity building projects that align with ARC's strategic goals for the Appalachian region. As a regional planning and development organization, the Southwestern NC Planning & Economic Development Commission has a track record of securing and managing federal grants to strengthen the local economy, improve community infrastructure, and support workforce readiness.
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