October 29, 2024

Manchin Announces $12.3 Million From Appalachian Regional Commission For Seven West Virginia Projects

Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $12,320,520 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for seven projects in West Virginia. This statewide funding will support economic and workforce development, educational opportunities, and entrepreneurship.

“The Appalachian Regional Commission is a longtime partner of the Mountain State and today’s announcement is proof of that. This investment of more than $12.3 million will bolster workforce and educational opportunities, healthcare, infrastructure and entrepreneurship for countless West Virginians,” said Senator Manchin. “As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of these projects and I remain dedicated to strengthening economic growth across Appalachia.”

Individuals awards listed below:

  • $10,000,000 – American Association of Community Colleges
    • This funding will support creating a network for cybersecurity workforce development statewide.
  • $500,000 – Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
    • This funding will support developing a statewide plan for a health task force and pilot programs for mobile healthcare.
  • $500,000 – New River Conservancy
    • This funding will support developing a plan for an expansion of the New River Water Trail.
  • $500,000 – Teach for America
    • This funding will support expanding the recruitment and retention model for educators in West Virginia.
  • $418,000 – Grow Ohio Valley
    • This funding will be used to develop a plan to create a sustainable network of food and energy systems in West Virginia.
  • $212,800 – University of Pittsburgh
    • This funding will support developing a plan for biotech workforce development and engagement in West Virginia.
  • $189,720 – DRIVE (Driving Real Innovation for a Vibrant Economy)
    • This funding will support building an incubation network for small businesses and entrepreneurs in West Virginia.