Governor Kay Ivey, on Monday following a speech to the Economic Development Association of Alabama, announced that more than $25.9 million in Growing Alabama funding has been allocated to support economic development projects across 15 communities in Alabama, reinforcing the state’s commitment to long-term job creation and site readiness.

The allocations, made by the Renewal of Alabama Commission, are part of the 2025 Growing Alabama program, which authorizes up to $26 million in funding this calendar year. Over 27% of this year’s allocations were awarded to Targeted Counties, a key focus area in the state’s strategic plan for stimulating growth in rural areas.