The Wiregrass Resource Conservation and Development (WRC&D) Council recently hosted an exciting event at the Wiregrass Experiment Station, where grantees from Henry and Houston Counties presented their projects for the 2024 funding year. These projects, funded through partnerships with WRC&D, aim to address critical needs within local communities.
The Council extends its gratitude to the area’s legislative representatives, including Representative Rich Rehm, Representative Paul Lee, and Senator Donnie Chesteen, for their unwavering support in securing essential funding for local projects.
At the event, Representative Rehm shared his appreciation for WRC&D’s work:
“I enjoy coming to these events because I get to see where the rubber meets the road—how the funds are being spent in our communities. It’s rewarding to witness the real impact these grants have, and we hope to keep the momentum going by continuing to advocate for WRC&D and the people we serve.”
This year, grants awarded in Henry County totaled $45,000, while Houston County received $52,000. These funds have been distributed among a wide range of impactful projects, including educational, economic, and public safety programs. The distinguished 2024 grant recipients include:
- Auburn University-Henry County Extension
- Henry County Schools
- The ATTA
- Henry County Economic Development Authority
- Henry County Emergency Management Agency
- Town of Newville
- Safe Haven Animal Rescue and Kennels
- Henry County E-911
- Houston County High School Agriscience Department
- Cottonwood High School
- Dothan City Schools
- Friends of Dupree School, Inc.
- Bay Springs Volunteer Fire Department
- Wicksburg Youth Athletic Association
- Landmark Park
- Wiregrass Hope Group
“We are incredibly proud of the work these organizations are doing, and it’s inspiring to see how these grants are being used to address local challenges,” said Ronnie Davis, Executive Director of WRC&D. “With the continued support of our state legislators, we are able to invest in the future of our communities by funding projects that truly make a difference.”
The Wiregrass RC&D Council remains committed to fostering partnerships that enhance the quality of life for people across the region by meeting local needs with local resources.
