Schwank Applauds Facility Improvement Grant Funding for Connections Work

Reading, PA − October 10, 2024 − The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority today announced $722,852 in COVID-19 ARPA PA Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program grant funding for Connections Work.

The Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program is funded by the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund, established under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. A total of $45 million in grant funding was awarded across the state to community anchor institutions and units of local government for projects to construct, acquire or improve facilities that are or will be open to the public.

The funding will allow Connections Work to renovate its current facility, increasing efficiency and capacity. These renovations are necessary to keep up with growth and to fulfill a critical need in the Berks County area.

State Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) applauded the funding for Connections Work and praised the nonprofit for the services it provides to Berks County residents.

"Connections Work is a tremendous asset to our community and does an incredible job providing job training and reentry services," Schwank said. "I'm confident this funding will empower Connections Work to improve upon the outstanding work it's doing as it continues to help Berks Countians achieve a better tomorrow."

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