Southeast Crescent Regional Commission Announces $34.8 Million Investment Through the State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) Grant Program
December 2, 2025 | Media Contact: [email protected] | scrc.gov
Columbia, SC – December 2, 2025 – The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 83 projects to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This flagship program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across six Southeast Crescent states—Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
The FY2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five-Year Strategic Plan, and State Economic Development Plans. Each state’s allocation was determined using a four-pronged formula based on balance, population, distressed population, and distressed county area in square miles. The Commission worked closely with the Office of the Governor in each participating state to ensure a thorough and localized evaluation.
A portion of FY2025 SEID resources includes funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), which equips local communities with the resources needed to drive bottom-up, middle-out economic growth that delivers new jobs and opportunities to families, workers, and small businesses.
SCRC Federal Co-Chair, Dr. Jennifer Clyburn Reed, shared, “SEID is about community-led priorities—upgrading core infrastructure, strengthening local economies, and improving quality of life across the Southeast Crescent region.”
This year’s awards reflect strong demand and targeted impact across the region. In total, SCRC is investing $34,819,416 to advance 83 projects that will serve 145 counties.
“Communities asked for practical investments that unlock momentum—modern water and sewer systems, safer, more efficient transportation, and training pathways that meet employers where they are,” said Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina, SCRC States’ Co-Chair.
Of those counties, 108—approximately 74% —are designated as distressed. The portfolio includes 56 infrastructure projects, representing roughly two-thirds of all awards. Collectively, the awards exceed SCRC’s statutory requirements to direct fifty percent of funding to distressed communities and at least forty percent to infrastructure projects, underscoring the Commission’s commitment to addressing critical needs in the most underserved areas within its footprint.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
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About the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC)
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) is a federal-state partnership to promote and encourage economic development in areas of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and all of Florida. SCRC invests in projects that support basic infrastructure, business development, natural resources, and workforce/labor development. SCRC’s mission is to help create jobs, build communities, and improve the lives of those who reside in the 428 counties of the seven-state region.
Grant Recipients in Alabama
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 5 projects in Alabama to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
The FY2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five-Year Strategic Plan, and State Economic Development Plans.
The five grants, totaling over $2M, will address water and sewer infrastructure, workforce training and transportation planning across three transitional counties.
The five Alabama Grantees are:
Brundidge Water Treatment Facility Cell Conversion — City of Brundidge
Brundidge is advancing Phase 3 of its wastewater improvements with the SCRC-supported conversion of Cell Six from emergency storage to aerobic sludge digestion. This upgrade, backed by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), will expand sludge capacity, improve treatment efficiency, and ensure long-term compliance with an Alabama Department of Environmental Management Consent Order.
Luverne Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Rehab & Upgrades — City of Luverne
The City of Luverne will rehabilitate its primary lift station, including pump replacement, wet well lining, a mechanical bar screen, and upgraded electrical controls, to ensure reliable wastewater service for 1,273 customers. The project will improve operational reliability, strengthen environmental protection, and maintain regulatory compliance.
West Access Road Feasibility Study — City of Troy
The City of Troy will leverage SCRC funding to complete a study for a west access road to the Clyde May’s Distillery, expected to serve up to 100,000 annual visitors and separate visitor traffic from commercial deliveries. The study will include environmental, geotechnical, and transportation analyses to determine the optimal alignment, assess drainage, and provide preliminary cost estimates. Findings will guide future construction, improve operational efficiency, enhance public safety, and support economic growth.
Henry County Workforce Technology Center — Henry County Commission
Henry County is creating the 27,000-square-foot Workforce Technology Center at the former Abbeville High School to consolidate career and technical education programs and provide hands-on training, dual enrollment, and seamless career pathways for students and adults. Phase I renovations will start with a new roof to protect the facility and equipment. This center will reduce student travel, expand access to high-demand skills, and strengthen the county’s workforce pipeline.
Quint-Mar Water System Improvements — Quint-Mar Water Authority
Quint-Mar Water Authority will install 13,200 feet of 6-inch PVC water main along Horne Road to restore reliable pressure for approximately 280 Highland Home customers. The $569,000 project will loop the Cool Springs and White Tanks, replace aging lines, and add valves and fire hydrants.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
Grant Recipients in Georgia
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 18 projects in Georgia to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
The FY 2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five‑Year Strategic Plan and State Economic Development Plans.
Georgia projects were awarded nearly $12.6M for water and sewer upgrades, workforce training, small-business support, and community revitalization projects across 69 counties, with 78% classified as infrastructure projects.
The 18 Georgia grantees are:
CFAR Rural Workforce & Agriculture Training Center – Center for Agricultural Resilience Inc.
The CFAR Rural Workforce & Agriculture Training Center is a $1.2 million initiative to build a 6,050‑sq‑ft modular training facility in Bluffton, Georgia. The center will provide hands‑on training in regenerative agriculture, food systems and entrepreneurship through workshops, internships and veteran‑focused programs, aiming to train over 200 individuals, create new jobs and strengthen local agricultural participation.
Arts & Cultural Center Preservation/Renovation Project – Arts & Cultural Authority of Claxton and Evans County
The Arts and Cultural Authority is completing a $4.37 million restoration of the historic Claxton High School. A $286,350 grant from SCRC will fund the final phase—renovating dressing rooms and multi‑purpose areas essential for the Joyce NeSmith Auditorium’s full functionality. Once complete, the project will deliver a vibrant, accessible community arts and cultural center for Claxton and the surrounding region.
The 1823 Exchange: Igniting Entrepreneurship & Economic Growth in Rural Lincoln County – Board of Commissioners of Lincoln County, GA
The 1823 Exchange is a $1,030,000 project restoring the historic Lamar‑Blanchard House and adding a new flex‑space to serve as a hub for entrepreneurship and skills development in Lincoln County. The Exchange will offer training, co‑working and community programming, providing a scalable platform for regional economic impact.
Kingsland Commerce Park Infrastructure – Camden County Joint Development Authority
The Camden County Joint Development Authority is updating the current infrastructure including the sewer pump station and several manholes in the Kingsland Commerce Park. This project will support the local commerce park to provide business with increased revenue generation during and post‑development.
Chatham Childcare Coalition – Greenbriar Renovation Project – Chatham County Government
The Greenbriar Renovation Project will convert a ±6,000 sf facility into three state‑compliant classrooms with staff areas and safe outdoor play spaces. This renovation will provide a safe, operational and educationally ready early childhood care facility for the community.
The City of Donalsonville Water System Improvements – City of Donalsonville
Donalsonville was awarded $1,000,000 to replace aging 6‑ and 8‑inch water mains with new 12‑inch PVC mains and poly service lines, improving water quality, pressure and fire protection. The upgrades include backflow prevention, gate valves and redundant connections, supporting ongoing housing and school developments and enhancing the city’s overall water system.
Water Pollution Facility Upgrade – City of Dublin
Dublin will receive $500,000 from SCRC to upgrade its Water Pollution Control Facility. These improvements include replacing all pumps and mechanical bar screens to prevent sewer overflows, protect public health and support future growth.
Water System Improvements – Industrial Park – City of Hawkinsville
The City of Hawkinsville is planning to address low water pressure in the North Industrial Park and surrounding areas, caused by elevations 50–80 feet higher than downtown. The project includes constructing a 300,000‑gallon elevated water storage tank, a 1,000‑gpm booster pump station, a pressure‑reducing valve and 450 feet of 12‑inch PVC water main to improve system pressure and storage. These improvements will ensure adequate water supply, support economic growth and enable private investment and job creation in the industrial park.
Maple Street Corridor – City of Sylvania
The City of Sylvania was awarded $735,366 to transform a vacant, underutilized lot into a functional, aesthetically appealing pedestrian corridor connecting North Main Street and Maple Street. Improvements include grading and soil removal, a new retaining wall, ADA‑accessible ramps and stairs, lighting, landscaping, paving and parking/event‑space enhancements. This project will increase downtown connectivity, support community events and make the area more attractive for new business investment.
Coffee Regional Medical Center Emergency Department Expansion and Upgrade – Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc.
Coffee Regional Medical Center will leverage $1,000,000 to support the expansion and renovation of its Emergency Department, which will increase standard patient rooms from 14 to 17 and add three dedicated behavioral‑health rooms. The project also includes expanded triage space and upgraded equipment to improve patient flow, safety and care effectiveness.
McIntosh County Industrial Development Authority, Water System Improvements – McIntosh County Industrial Development Authority
The McIntosh County Industrial Development Authority was awarded $1,000,000 to fund a deep‑water well project at Tidewaters Industrial Park, including a 1,500 GPM pump, 350 feet of 18‑inch water main, a pump house and related systems. The project will ensure reliable water infrastructure to support existing tenants, attract new employers and promote long‑term economic growth.
Ports Tidal and Stormwater Drainage and Flood Control Project – The City of Brunswick
The Ports Tidal and Stormwater Drainage and Flood Control Project in Western Old Town Brunswick will install tidal control gates and upgrade stormwater systems to prevent flooding from high tides and heavy rainfall, improving drainage, reducing maintenance costs and protecting homes and businesses. The city was awarded $1,000,000 to implement these critical flood‑mitigation measures.
Growing Georgia’s Economy Through Property Rights – The Georgia Heirs Property Law Center, Inc.
The Georgia Heirs Property Law Center will leverage $540,590 to provide two years of legal and outreach services addressing heirs property in Thomasville, Perry and South Georgia, including workshops, intake and title‑clearing services, estate planning and development of an intelligent online form to streamline family history collection and case management.
Support for The Partnership for Innovation Summer Internship (PSI) 2026 Experience – The Partnership for Innovation
The Partnership for Innovation Summer Internship program places undergraduate interns in economically distressed Georgia communities to address local capacity and innovation gaps, pairing student talent with community‑defined projects while providing mentorship and professional development. For this initiative, PSI was awarded $300,000 to support 12‑week internships, project implementation and impact measurement across multiple distressed counties.
Twiggs County Exit 24 Water and Sewer Extension Project – Twiggs County Board of Commissioners
Twiggs County was awarded $1 million from the SCRC to fund water and sewer infrastructure improvements at the I‑16/Highway 96 interchange, extending service to a new truck stop and food facility. The project, managed by Carter & Sloope, supports economic development and job creation.
Cusseta Benning Connector Trail – Unified Government of Cusseta‑Chattahoochee County
The Cusseta Benning Connector Trail will convert 0.52 miles of unused rail line into a multi‑use path linking Cusseta’s planned Town Trail with Fort Benning’s trail system, ultimately connecting to the 34‑mile Columbus Dragonfly Trail. This project will expand recreation, walkability and regional economic opportunities.
Expanding PROPEL to Increase Economic Development Capacity in Rural Georgia – University of Georgia Research Foundation
The University of Georgia’s PROPEL program and PROPEL Ready initiative will expand to four rural Georgia counties, guiding communities through data‑driven planning, coaching and technical assistance to build capacity, set priorities and implement strategies for economic and community development.
Look Ahead Georgia Workforce Development Capacity Building – University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
UGA’s Look Ahead Georgia program expands rural internships in five distressed counties, connecting students with local employers to strengthen talent pipelines, workforce capacity and long‑term community development.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
Grant Recipients in Mississippi
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 9 projects in Mississippi to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
The FY 2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five‑Year Strategic Plan and State Economic Development Plans.
Mississippi projects were awarded over $3.9M. All nine projects are located in distressed communities, and eight projects (89%) are infrastructure projects. The program invests in water and sewer upgrades, workforce training and transportation improvements across seven counties.
The nine Mississippi grantees are:
Highway 80 & Fountain Road Sewer Project – City of Forest
The $519,625 Highway 80 and Fountain Road Sewer Improvements Project, supported by $413,700 in SCRC funding, will rehabilitate 5,000 feet of aging sewer lines and 20 manholes serving three major employers, four commercial sites and six homes. As Phase III of Forest’s wastewater plan, it will reduce overflows, protect 1,500 local jobs and strengthen critical infrastructure for the future.
Highway 80 Water Main Replacement – City of Newton
The $354,395 Highway 80 Water Main Replacement Project, supported by $283,516 in SCRC funding, will replace 2,600 feet of failing 1960s‑era 2‑inch line with a new 6‑inch PVC main and install three fire hydrants to serve three businesses and six residences. This project will improve water pressure, reduce costly breaks and boil‑water notices, provide critical fire protection and strengthen Newton’s aging water system.
Water Line Replacement in Downtown – Town of Decatur
The Town of Decatur’s downtown water‑infrastructure project, with $430,000 in grant funding, will replace aging water mains to improve service reliability, support local businesses and East Central Community College and enhance public health. This investment will strengthen community resilience, stimulate economic growth and provide lasting benefits.
Archusa Dam Repair – Pat Harrison Waterway District
The Archusa Dam Repair Project, supported by $600,000 in SCRC funding, will construct a cofferdam to restore Archusa Lake, revive park revenue, protect jobs and strengthen community resilience in Quitman and Clarke Counties.
Meridian Community College Transportation Technology Center – Meridian Community College
Meridian Community College’s $1,344,850 Transportation Technology Center (TTC) project, supported by $475,000 in SEID funding, will renovate a facility to provide hands‑on training in diesel, automotive and aviation maintenance for East Mississippi, addressing critical workforce shortages. Partnering with nine local employers, the TTC will prepare students for high‑demand careers, support 159 new jobs and leverage $32.9 million in regional investment.
Neshoba County West Industrial Park Access Road – Neshoba County
The $1,062,728 Neshoba County access‑road project, supported by $475,000 in SCRC funding, will open 85 acres of industrial‑park land for business recruitment and expansion, creating jobs and stimulating $2.5 million in private investment per $1 million spent. This critical infrastructure will strengthen regional connectivity, support workforce development and promote long‑term economic growth and community resilience in East Central Mississippi.
City of Morton Sewer Rehabilitation Project – City of Morton
The City of Morton Sewer Rehabilitation Project, totaling $554,777 with $441,733 in SCRC funding, will upgrade aging wastewater infrastructure by repairing and replacing sewer lines, manholes and related systems. The project will improve public health, ensure reliable service for residents and businesses and support long‑term economic and community resilience.
Antioch Road Widening/Extension Project – George County Board of Supervisors
The Antioch Road Widening/Extension Project in George County, Mississippi, is an $800,000 initiative with $600,000 in SCRC funding to improve a 4,000‑foot roadway, enhancing access to schools, businesses and community venues. This project supports economic growth, public safety and community resilience while serving as a critical first step in a larger connector‑road plan.
The Dean Griffin Memorial Airport Fixed Base Operator (FBO) – Stone County Board of Supervisors 62E
The Stone County FBO project will construct a new $250,000 facility, including $200,000 in grant funding, to modernize airport operations, support aviation‑related careers and enhance emergency‑response capabilities. This investment addresses critical infrastructure gaps while driving economic growth, workforce development and regional resilience.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
Grant Recipients in North Carolina
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 15 projects in North Carolina to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
The FY 2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five‑Year Strategic Plan and State Economic Development Plans.
North Carolina projects were awarded $7.2M. All fifteen projects are located in distressed communities, and twelve projects (80%) are infrastructure projects. The program invests in water and sewer upgrades, transportation improvements, workforce development, small‑business support and community revitalization projects across 15 counties.
The 15 North Carolina grantees are:
City of Henderson Water Line Extension – City of Henderson
$500,000 in SCRC funding will expand city‑owned water infrastructure to address private‑well water‑quality issues. Project activities include private‑well testing and the installation of 1,540 linear feet of waterline, which will improve water access for eight households.
Beaverdam Road Water Main Extension Phase IV – Columbus County Water and Sewer District II
$500,000 in SCRC funding will extend a new water main along Beaverdam Road to improve water capacity, pressure and fire flow in the southeast region of Columbus County. Project activities include installing 17,670 linear feet of waterline, which will serve 7,474 households and open 148 acres for new commercial and industrial development.
Project Orion – County of Hoke
The County of Hoke proposes to use $310,640 in SCRC funding to extend new waterlines to a county‑owned industrial site within the Hoke County Regional Industrial Park. Project activities include installing 266 linear feet of waterline to support a $95 million expansion of Pennsylvania Transformer Technology, LLC, resulting in the creation of 217 jobs.
Hertford County NC, Water Pump Replacement Project – Hertford County
$400,000 in SCRC funding will be used to replace the inadequate and deteriorated Como Booster Pump Station with a new prefabricated unit. Project activities include installing a new booster pump to improve service for 32 businesses and 644 households in the surrounding area, which currently experiences routine low pressure and insufficient capacity.
Laurinburg‑Maxton Airport Commission Aging Sewer Rehabilitation – Laurinburg‑Maxton Airport Commission
This project will leverage $500,000 in SCRC funding to rehabilitate critical sewer infrastructure at the Laurinburg‑Maxton Airport and the Laurinburg‑Maxton Airport Commission Industrial Park. Project activities will include rehabilitating 1,000 linear feet of sewer lines serving 27 businesses and 240 households.
Northampton County Progressive System Lift Station Rehabilitation – Northampton County
$500,000 in SCRC funding will support Northampton County in replacing the Progressive Lift Station to reduce malfunctions, system backups and environmental concerns. Project activities include constructing a new lift station to serve 21 businesses and 486 households.
Richmond Community College Industrial Maintenance Trainers – Richmond Community College
Richmond Community College was awarded $184,800 in SCRC funding for a project that proposes advanced training simulation units to expand industrial‑technician training, address critical workforce shortages and strengthen regional industry partnerships, ensuring long‑term economic growth and job retention.
Robeson County Shell Building – Robeson County
The Robeson County Shell Building Project was awarded $500,000 in SCRC funds for site work on a construction project that will create a shovel‑ready industrial facility as phase two of a three‑phase initiative. This facility will attract employers, generate sustainable jobs and strengthen advanced manufacturing opportunities.
Health Science Building – Sampson Community College Foundation
Sampson Community College will leverage $500,000 in SCRC funding to build workforce capacity with the construction of a new Health Sciences Building that will expand nursing, allied‑health and EMS training.
HEO Simulator Program – The University of North Carolina at Pembroke
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke was awarded $410,739 in SCRC funds to establish a Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program that will serve six distressed counties in southeastern North Carolina, including the Lumbee Tribe community.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Aeration Basin #1 Replacement – Town of Chadbourn
$600,000 in SCRC funding will support the Town of Chadbourn in demolishing and replacing Aeration Basin #1 at its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). Based on engineering assessments and operational data, partial rehabilitation is no longer viable. Project activities include demolition and reconstruction of the aeration basin at the town’s only WWTP, serving 50 businesses and 845 households.
Reviving Milton: Essential Water Infrastructure for Community Resilience – Town of Milton
The Town of Milton will receive $700,000 for a project that includes constructing a secondary‑source well, upgrading water pumps and replacing water lines that support 112 residential and 13 commercial users.
AirBoss Rubber Compounding Alternative Road Access – Town of Scotland Neck
$562,500 in SCRC funding will support the Town of Scotland Neck in constructing a new access road to serve a major local employer, AirBoss Rubber Compounding. Project activities include all necessary construction to meet North Carolina Department of Transportation specifications for approximately 600 linear feet of roadway. This project will also support the retention of 105 jobs.
Tabor City Railroad Access – Town of Tabor City
$500,000 in SCRC funding will support the Town of Tabor City in extending a new freight rail spur to enable the expansion of a warehouse and distribution business. Project activities include constructing a 2,850‑linear‑foot rail spur, leading to the creation of 16 jobs.
VGCC Transportation Training Hub Turn Lane at Triangle North Warren – Warren County
$500,000 in SCRC funding will support Warren County in constructing a new right‑hand turn lane to facilitate access for tractor‑trailers and heavy equipment to the future Vance‑Granville Community College Transportation Training Hub at the Triangle North Warren Industrial Park. Project activities include constructing 428 linear feet of roadway to serve seven businesses.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
Grant Recipients in South Carolina
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 24 projects in South Carolina to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
The FY2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five-Year Strategic Plan, and State Economic Development Plans.
South Carolina projects were awarded $4.7M for water and sewer upgrades, workforce development, small-business support, and community revitalization projects across 26 counties, with 58% located in distressed communities and 50% classified as infrastructure projects.
The 24 South Carolina grantees are:
Cane Gully Road to Linda Acres Place Waterline Extension – Berkeley County Government
The Cane Gully Road Waterline Project, with a total cost of $180,000 and supported by a $89,582 SCRC award, will extend 800 feet of new waterline to the Cordesville Community Park, providing clean, reliable water to support park improvements and future residential connections for the 3,800 residents of this rural community.
Downtown Demolition and Revitalization – City of Bishopville
The City of Bishopville has secured a $136,781 SCRC award toward the demolition of 112 N. Main Street and improvements at 226 N. Main Street. Removing the dilapidated building will eliminate a public safety hazard and pave the way for downtown redevelopment.
Lanterns in the Wild – Central Midlands Council of Governments
The Central Midlands Council of Governments (COG), with a $325,056 SCRC award toward the $455,080 total cost, will develop a three‑day Lanterns in the Wild festival across Richland, Calhoun, Kershaw and Sumter counties, celebrating local culture and supporting tourism and small‑business development.
Main Street Start‑Up Lab – City of Bennettsville
The City of Bennettsville has secured a $120,000 SCRC award toward the $270,000 Main Street Start‑Up Lab, a downtown business‑incubation initiative that will provide training, financial tools and seed funding for entrepreneurs, helping revitalize Bennettsville’s Main Street corridor.
Rutledge Street Sewer Rehabilitation – City of Camden
The City of Camden has been awarded $476,415 from SCRC toward the $955,550 rehabilitation of 1,780 linear feet of downtown sewer line using the cost‑effective Cured‑In‑Place Pipe (CIPP) method, which will reduce inflow and infiltration and extend the life of the sewer system.
Cadz Street Backlot Improvements – City of Chester
The City of Chester has secured a $388,464 SCRC award toward the $493,464 Cadz Street Backlot Improvement Project, which will add a new vendor pavilion, restroom facilities and expanded parking to stimulate downtown commerce and events.
Radiology Equipment Purchase – Dorchester County
Dorchester County has secured a $196,475 SCRC award toward the $392,952 project to establish a Medical University of South Carolina‑supported X‑ray facility in St. George, expanding diagnostic services for 5,500 households and 2,500 local students.
Tiger Street Development Master Plan – Hampton County:
Hampton County will use $75,000 in SCRC SEID funds (total cost $90,000) to develop a master plan for a 65‑acre publicly owned tract, providing recommendations, conceptual designs and cost projections to guide future economic development.
Business by the Books – Increasing H.O.P.E. Financial Training Center
The Business by the Books: Industry‑Focused Small Business Infrastructure Initiative, funded with $200,000 from SCRC toward a total cost of $288,000, is a 24‑month program designed to stabilize and strengthen 75 under‑resourced small businesses across Berkeley, Dorchester and Charleston counties by providing tailored back‑office infrastructure, financial and digital services, coaching and sector‑specific workshops.
Bridge to Work – Lowcountry Council of Governments
The Bridge to Work project, funded with a $174,318 SCRC award (total cost $254,108), is a 24‑month initiative enhancing workforce access by expanding SC Works services, deploying mobile outreach, enrolling job‑seekers in training and connecting participants with supportive services.
Lowcountry AAA Facilities Assessment – Lowcountry Council of Governments
With a $145,500 SCRC award and total project cost of $194,000, the Lowcountry Council of Governments (LCOG) will oversee a professional‑services Request for Proposals (RFP) to assess 10 senior centers and nutrition sites serving 321 seniors, ensuring that facilities remain safe, accessible and resilient.
Project Hometown – Main Street South Carolina
Project Hometown SC, funded by a $305,000 SCRC award and with a total cost of $400,000, is a two‑year initiative in Cheraw, Hartsville and Walterboro that combines digital storytelling, apprenticeships, ambassador programs and collaborative partnerships to revitalize downtown districts.
Comprehensive Development, Management, and Promotion of the Black River Water Trail & Park Network – Open Space Institute
The Open Space Institute (OSI) will receive $350,000 from SCRC to advance the Black River Initiative, a two‑year, $523,304 project that will create the 70‑mile Black River Water Trail & Park Network by developing a Water Trail Management Plan, establishing a management team and constructing a demonstration site and pilot park.
Pee Dee Regional Intercounty Mobility Pathways – Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority
The Pee Dee Regional Intercounty Mobility Pathways project, funded with $349,500 from SCRC and totaling $939,000, will expand public transit across Dillon, Marion and Florence counties to ensure reliable workforce transportation for low‑income residents and connect rural communities to job centers.
Advancing the Village Group’s Impact – The Village Group: The Next Chapter
The Plantersville Cultural Complex (PCC), supported by a $349,952 SCRC award toward a total cost of $700,000, will transform a 10‑acre site in Plantersville, SC to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, expand educational programs and foster economic development through cultural tourism.
Water Distribution System Upgrade – Town of Allendale
The Town of Allendale will leverage $100,000 in SCRC funding to complete engineering design, environmental review and administrative work needed to advance corrective actions on 37 non‑compliant fire hydrants, ensuring adequate water pressure and fire protection.
Town Square Redevelopment Parking Lot – Town of Moncks Corner
The Town Square Redevelopment parking‑lot project in Downtown Moncks Corner, supported by a $350,000 SCRC SEID award within a $900,000 budget, will modernize parking infrastructure to boost downtown accessibility and support local businesses.
Water System Generator – Town of Pinewood
The Town of Pinewood’s generator‑replacement project, funded with a $49,551 SCRC award and with a total cost of $99,102, will install a new 60 kW diesel generator, retrofit the existing system and complete site work to ensure reliable water service during power outages.
Town of Ruby Park Improvements – Town of Ruby
The Town of Ruby’s park‑improvement project, funded with a $100,000 SCRC award and totaling $120,000, will repave the walking trail, add a 50×90‑foot basketball court and install benches and bleachers to enhance recreation opportunities.
Radio Base Station and Meter Upgrade – Town of St. Matthews
The Town of St. Matthews will use the $38,051 SCRC award, matched by local funds for a total project cost of $76,102, to replace its outdated Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system with new state‑of‑the‑art meters and base stations, improving service reliability and operational efficiency.
Water System Booster Chlorination System Replacement – Town of Swansea
The Town of Swansea’s chlorination‑booster pump‑replacement project, funded with $200,000 from SCRC toward a total cost of $400,000, will install a permanent, state‑of‑the‑art system to ensure reliable and safe drinking water for residents.
Water System Generator – Town of Turbeville
The Town of Turbeville is requesting $57,494 from SCRC toward the total $71,868 project cost to procure and install a new 200 kW backup generator with necessary retrofits, procurement, installation, testing and training.
Dr. H.J. Brooks Park Improvements Phase II – Town of Varnville
The Town of Varnville, with $52,448 in SCRC funding toward the $281,448 total project cost, will construct a walking trail at Dr. H.J. Brooks Park to provide a safe, accessible recreational space that promotes healthy living and community engagement.
Katherine Hall Parking Lot Area Rehabilitation – Town of Ware Shoals
The Town of Ware Shoals has been awarded $150,000 from SCRC to complete the Katherine Hall Parking Lot Improvement Project, which will be implemented within six months through site preparation, paving and striping to improve parking and support local events.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.
Grant Recipients in Virginia
The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) has selected 12 projects in Virginia to receive funding under the FY2025 State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) program. This grant program is designed to revitalize communities and spur economic development across counties in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
The FY 2025 SEID program funds projects that align with priorities identified in SCRC’s authorizing statute, Five‑Year Strategic Plan and State Economic Development Plans.
Virginia projects were awarded over $4.3M. Six of the projects are located in distressed communities, and six projects (50%) are infrastructure projects. The program invests in water and sewer improvements, workforce housing, entrepreneurship and transportation planning across 26 counties.
The 12 Virginia grantees are:
Amherst Gateway Project – Amherst County
The Amherst County Gateway Project, with a total cost of $3,696,150 and supported by a $500,000 SCRC award, will install critical water and sewer infrastructure to unlock stalled development, create jobs, generate new tax revenue and protect the James River from failing septic systems.
Expanding Southern VA Entrepreneurial and Business Support in Controlled Environment Agriculture – Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
Virginia Tech and the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research will expand the Controlled Environment Agriculture Innovation Center, supported by a $500,000 SCRC award, to provide a new greenhouse and training space that strengthens workforce development, entrepreneurship and economic growth in Southside Virginia.
Southern Virginia Multimodal Park Membrane Filtration Plant – Pittsylvania County
The Town of Hurt and Pittsylvania County will construct a $10,281,000 Water Treatment Membrane Plant, supported by a $500,000 SCRC award, to expand water capacity, serve residents and unlock over 1,500 new jobs tied to major industrial development at the Southern Virginia Multimodal Park.
Infrastructure Investment for Pollock Street Duplexes – The Maggie Walker Community Land Trust
The Maggie Walker Community Land Trust will implement the $2,156,417.88 Pollock Street Development, supported by a $500,000 SCRC award, to build six permanently affordable homes with supporting infrastructure in Richmond’s North Highland Park, creating stable homeownership opportunities for low‑ to moderate‑income families.
Ruthville Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement – Charles City County
The Ruthville Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement Project, supported by a $500,000 SCRC award toward the $1,550,076 total cost, will construct a modern Fluidyne Integrated Surge Anoxic Mix (ISAM)™ system to replace the failing facility, ensuring environmental compliance and supporting critical community growth in Charles City County.
Halifax County Workforce Housing Initiative – The Industrial Development Authority of Halifax County
The Halifax Industrial Development Authority, in partnership with Community Housing Partners, will use a $500,000 SCRC award toward the $4,947,000 infrastructure phase of a $34.8 million development that will create 112 affordable workforce housing units in Halifax County.
Jarratt Water Distribution System – Greensville County
The Jarratt Water Distribution System project, funded with $350,000 from SCRC toward a $437,500 total cost, will upgrade the aging water system to ensure reliable service for residents and the Mid‑Atlantic Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMaC) industrial park, supporting new investment, job creation and regional economic growth.
Access NSV: Advancing Community Capital, Equity, and Small Startups in Northern Shenandoah Valley – People Incorporated Financial Services
With $350,000 in SCRC funding toward the total project cost of $490,317, People Incorporated Financial Services will expand its micro‑enterprise program by providing flexible loans, 200 hours of technical assistance, business training and outreach to support 20 businesses and create or retain 30 jobs.
Bridging Talent and Opportunity in the South Central Region – South Central Workforce Development Board
The South Central Workforce Development Board will use a total project budget of $409,115.40, including a $238,701.86 SCRC award, to provide targeted outreach, occupational training, work‑based learning and wraparound supports across 10 rural counties in South Central Virginia, tracking outcomes such as credential attainment, job placement and retention to strengthen the regional workforce.
Hampton Roads Retail Catalyst Program – Retail Alliance Foundation
The Hampton Roads Retail Catalyst Project, supported by a $150,000 SCRC award within a $300,000 total budget, will provide 60 entrepreneurs across four underserved corridors with training, mentorship, crowdfunding and loan access and six months of post‑launch technical assistance to drive business success and corridor revitalization.
2.5 MG Water Storage Facility – Design/Engineering – Town of Dayton
The Town of Dayton will use the $147,500 SCRC award of the $295,000 project to complete design, permitting and bid‑ready engineering for a 2.5‑million‑gallon water‑storage facility, ensuring full construction readiness and improved system reliability.
South Hill Highway 1 Sewer Expansion Project – Town of South Hill
The Town of South Hill was awarded $57,200 of the $115,000 total project cost to fund the design and engineering of a critical sewer extension along the Route 1 North corridor, creating a shovel‑ready project that will enable future construction, support commercial and residential development, improve environmental and public health and position the town to attract new businesses and economic growth.
For more information about the SEID Grant program and SCRC, please visit scrc.gov.