Kenneth Boswell

Gov. Ivey awards grants to fund statewide narcotics enforcement

In a bid to strengthen public safety, state officials directed $800,000 to help local agencies coordinate resources and apprehend drug traffickers.

March 31, 2026

Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to help prison inmates end drug addictions

Governor Kay Ivey provided $598,000 for intensive drug treatment programs at eight Alabama prisons to help inmates overcome addiction and reduce future crimes.

March 3, 2026

Governor awards $1.64 million to enhance outdoor recreation in Alabama

Funds from the federal Recreational Trails Program will be used to build, restore and improve trails in eight communities across the state.

September 30, 2022

Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims statewide

The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy, community education and prevention services.

January 1, 2022

Governor awards nearly $2.8 million for assistance to state’s homeless

The funds from the federal Emergency Solutions Grants program will enable 13 regional agencies to provide shelter, legal and health services and other assistance.

October 21, 2021

Gov. Ivey awards COVID-19 relief funds to North Alabama counties

Ivey will announce additional grants to other Alabama cities and counties as applications are processed.

Brandon Moseley

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June 7, 2021

Ivey awards grants to more counties for COVID recovery

Barbour, Bullock, Butler, Conecuh and Geneva counties all received awards as part of more than $40 million allocated to Alabama.

Brandon Moseley

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June 1, 2021

Ivey awards grants to battle illegal drugs in Alabama

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Monday more than $1.4 million in grants are being awarded to law enforcement in order to continue the fight to reduce illegal drug use in the state by arresting those who buy or sell illegal drugs or falsely obtain prescription drugs. The funds will be distributed to the seven regional … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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October 29, 2019

Ivey provides update on Census 2020 preparations

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey provided an update on the preparation efforts for the 2020 Census. The 2020 Census is just nine months away so the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) is seeking public input for a grant program to assist with local outreach efforts. “The 2020 Census will play a major role … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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July 2, 2019