Community project grants congressionally delegated

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service awarded a $730,000 Community Facilities Grant to the Person County Board of Education in Roxboro, North Carolina. This 2-year Project Grant, awarded on August 9, 2024, will support the construction, enlargement, extension, or improvement of community facilities that deliver essential services to rural residents. The grant funding will be used by the local school district to enhance infrastructure and community service capabilities, aligning with the objectives of the USDA's Community Facilities Loans and Grants program (CFDA 10.766). As a public educational institution, the Person County Board of Education serves the local community by providing comprehensive educational services and is committed to leveraging federal grant opportunities to improve community facilities and quality of life for rural residents.