FY 24 congressional community project bedford county development association

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) awarded a $350,000 Congressional Grants (CFDA 59.059) Project Grant to the Bedford County Development Association, a non-profit community development corporation in Bedford, Pennsylvania. The grant funding will support the organization's entrepreneurship initiatives and small business development programs in the Appalachian region.

Key products and services to be delivered under this award include providing business counseling, technical assistance, workforce training, and other economic development services to help foster small business growth and address economic challenges in the area. The grant will enable the Bedford County Development Association to continue its work of supporting local entrepreneurs, attracting private investment, and promoting regional economic resilience through its multi-faceted initiatives. The two-year grant period runs from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2026.