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Gov. Kay Ivey awards grant to help prosecute domestic violence offenders, assist victims

Gov. Kay Ivey awarded a $144,000 grant to the Office of Prosecutions Services’ Domestic Violence Resource Prosecutor program to help train police in handling domestic violence and sexual assault cases. The funds will assist law enforcement agencies and non-profit organizations to investigate domestic violence and sexual assault cases and help victims recover. “Domestic violence and … Continued
February 8, 2019

Ivey awards nonprofit grant to help immigrant victims of domestic violence

Gov. Kay Ivey approved a $47,792 grant to AshaKiran to help the nonprofit continue to help Alabama residents who escaped domestic violence in other countries. AshaKiran works to help victims of domestic violence in Alabama, specifically those who have immigrated to Alabama to escape those circumstances. The organization was formed in 2006 and offers culturally specific … Continued
February 7, 2019

Ivey awards first broadband accessibility grants

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced the first ever grants from Alabama’s Broadband Accessibility Fund. Residents in seven Alabama communities will be afforded access to high-speed internet thanks to the grants, totaling almost $1.1 million. The fund was created by the Alabama Legislature and signed into reality in March 2018 by Gov. Ivey. “These grants may … Continued
January 23, 2019

ADECA releases plan to spend $25 million in VW settlement money

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) released its plans last week for spending more than $25 million — its share of a $2.3 billion national settlement with Volkswagen — and is now seeking public input on the plan. The settlement stemmed from VW’s scheme to cheat emissions testings, which resulted in years … Continued
December 31, 2018

Ivey awards grant to assist sexual assault victims in Southwest Alabama

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $316,475 grant to assist sexual assault victims in three southwestern Alabama counties. The grant was awarded to the Family Counseling Center of Mobile Inc. to offer no-cost professional services to sexual assault victims and affected family members in Mobile, Clarke and Washington counties. “Sexual assault is a horrendous physical … Continued
December 19, 2018

Governor awards $1.5 million to improve recreational facilities

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants of $1.5 million to improve recreational facilities in 10 Alabama communities. The awards were made through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund and range from building soccer fields to upgrading campsites. “Improving Alabama’s parks, trails and ball fields makes our communities better places to live and promotes healthier … Continued
December 18, 2018

Ivey awards $3.1 million in block grants to assist low-income residents

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $3.1 million for programs that help low-income residents take steps to secure gainful employment and improve their quality of life. The Community Services Block Grants will enable 20 community action agencies throughout the state to help low-income residents achieve self-sufficiency and address barriers to success through a variety … Continued
December 14, 2018

Ivey awards $6.3 million grant to the Office of Prosecution Services to help crime victims

Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday the award of a $6.3 million grant to support crime victims as they navigate the criminal justice system. The grant was awarded to the Alabama Office of Prosecution Services to provide 88 certified victim service officers throughout the state. The officers will be stationed at local district attorneys’ offices and … Continued
December 10, 2018

Governor Ivey awards $1.89 million to help victims of domestic violence and elder abuse

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) announced awards of $1.89 million in grants to support organizations and programs that help victims of domestic violence and elder abuse throughout the state. “No one should ever have to experience the horrors of domestic violence or elder abuse, but there is hope for those who unfortunately do become victims,” … Continued
October 9, 2018

Ivey establishes statewide group to prepare Alabama for maximum Census participation

Monday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) signed an executive order establishing a state-level committee designed to prepare Alabama for maximum participation in the 2020 U.S. Census. “The stakes are high for Alabama in the 2020 U.S. Census, and our success depends greatly on our ability to help Alabamians understand the importance of completing and submitting … Continued
August 21, 2018