Spring is almost here! As the mountains warm up, take a gander at these stories of positive change being achieved by Southwest Virginia community members. We hope this inspires you to continue making change happen and to get involved in your own community!
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And if you have positive news about the region, make sure to share so we can keep celebrating the ascent of Southwest Virginia.
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New Conservation and Economy Fund for Southwest Virginia
UVA Wise, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, announced the Cumberland Forest Community Fund. The grant program, which will disburse $100,000 in funding to nature-based economic and community development projects, is accepting proposals through March 29.
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Rural Virginia Receives More Than $3.8 Million in Grants
Gov. Ralph Northam announced that the funding will be disbursed through Community Development Block Grants in the counties of Montgomery, Scott, and Southampton, the towns of Appomattox and Independence, and the city of Norton. In Scott County and Norton, these funds are slated for community development and water infrastructure projects serving more than 200 low- to moderate-income residents.
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Tell Officials to Support the RECLAIM Act and Abandoned Mine Land Fund Reauthorization
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Join efforts across the nation to support the passage of the RECLAIM Act and Abandoned Mine Land Fund Reauthorization Bill!
The RECLAIM Act Letter Writing Workshops will walk you through need-to-know information on how to contact your legislators and local newspapers. Join us and let your communities and elected officials know that you want to see the cleanup of abandoned mine lands!
Pick your date and register below:
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