Funding will support expansion of key industry sectors, improve industrial sites and cultivate a skilled workforce

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today more than $2.9 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for eight projects aimed at fostering talent development, economic acceleration and regional industry growth. Projects will support skill-building initiatives, entrepreneurial endeavors and connecting talent with employment opportunities to enhance the vitality of targeted sectors in Virginia.

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced $1,481,489,572 in funding to close the digital divide in Virginia.

Focus includes broadband accessibility, affordability, and digital literacy

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) announced today the launch of the statewide Digital Opportunity Survey to provide supplementary data to the development of the Virginia Digital Opportunity Plan. The goal of the survey is to understand where respondents are regarding their current levels of broadband accessibility, the affordability of broadband services and their level of comfort navigating the internet and digital devices.

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $59.5 million in grants through the Virginia Telecommunications Initiative (VATI) for 14 projects serving 20 localities throughout Virginia. The VATI program provides targeted funding to extend service to areas that are presently underserved by any broadband provider.   

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $1.5 million in Port Host Communities Revitalization Fund awards for the cities of Newport News, Norfolk and Portsmouth in advance of his international trade mission to Taiwan, Japan and South Korea where he will discuss Virginia's expansive and growing port capabilities with key industry leaders. The three grants will redevelop a world-class maritime operations and logistics center in Norfolk, a bulkhead replacement project in Portsmouth and the rehabilitation of a waterfront industrial property in Newport News.

Funding will support the growth of strategic industry sectors, develop talent to meet industry needs and foster entrepreneurial activity

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today more than $8.1 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for 17 projects focused on creating talent pipelines and accelerating economic growth.

Funding will support rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing and support services to underserved populations in 118 localities

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $12 million in Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grants for 68 projects across the Commonwealth. The funding will advance targeted efforts to reduce homelessness for 2,669 individuals and families through 25 permanent supportive housing, 34 rapid rehousing and nine underserved populations innovation projects.

Funding will support new construction and rehabilitation of over 3,936 affordable and special needs housing units

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $93 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans for 57 projects across the Commonwealth. The recommended projects will create and preserve 3,936 total units for low-income and extremely low-income households, including 298 permanent supportive housing, 3,825 rental units and 111 units for sale as homeownership opportunities.

Funds will support construction of biotechnology facilities and expand pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities in Petersburg and other localities

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced more than $66 million in state grants for four projects within the Biotechnology, Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Cluster. These projects provide job creation, wage expansion, and broader economic growth throughout the Commonwealth.

Investment will support eviction prevention and diversion services

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $2.9 million for the Virginia Eviction Reduction Pilot (VERP) for seven projects throughout the Commonwealth to support eviction prevention services for 48 communities.

"Safe, stable housing is an essential component for strong families," said Governor Glenn Youngkin. "This pilot program tests to find the most effective wrap-around support services and assistance for Virginians that face housing uncertainty."