In the Zone | Nov. 3, 2015

A monthly newsletter of what’s happening in the S.C. Lowcountry Promise Zone

Members of the healthcare workgroup met Oct. 20 to discuss long-term strategy. (Photo by Morgan Reuis.)

Members of the healthcare workgroup met Oct. 20 to discuss long-term strategy. (Photo by Morgan Reuis.)

OVERVIEW

Strategic planning sessions completed

SouthernCarolina Alliance, lead organization of the S.C. Lowcountry Promise Zone, completed eight strategy sessions in September and October with workgroups of partners and supporters by the end of October. Read more

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11/2: Promise Zone funding opportunities, resources, events

A weekly update for the S.C. Lowcountry Promise Zone

PromiseZone_logoIn this post, you can find descriptions of new events, webinars, resources and funding opportunities that may be helpful to Promise Zone partners and supporters.

In this update are grant opportunities for rural construction projects, AmeriCorps volunteers, rural hospital improvements and several other projects. This update also offers lots of new resources that could be helpful to Promise Zone partners and supporters. Read more

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Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Hampton County

Company investing $66.8 million in six new Hampton County solar projects

OCT. 23, 2015 | Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, has taken the first step towards investing $66.8 million in six new solar energy facilities in Hampton County.

15.1023.solar_1500“Building solar in Hampton County is about investing in the future by providing homes with clean, affordable energy,” said Cypress Creek Renewables CEO Matthew McGovern. “We are thrilled to be long-term partners in the community and are thankful to county leaders, the State of South Carolina, and Sustainable Energy Solutions for their leadership.” Read more

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10/27: Promise Zone funding opportunities, resources, events

A weekly update for the S.C. Lowcountry Promise Zone

PromiseZone_logoIn this post, you can find descriptions of new events, webinars, resources and funding opportunities that may be helpful to Promise Zone partners and supporters.

In this update are grant opportunities for community food projects, healthier food purchases, community facilities and other agriculture-related funding streams. Read more

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