Glenn W. Thompson
06/02/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/03/2026 07:19
Thompson Announces Nearly $1.6 Million in Grant Funding for Pennsylvania State University
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) today announced the Pennsylvania State University is the recipient of two grants through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) totaling nearly $1.6 million that will support regional business development and manufacturing modernization. The funding comes from ARC's Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Initiative (POWER).
"This funding is an important step toward revitalizing our workforce and investing in the future industries that will help small, rural communities in Pennsylvania to thrive for generations," Rep. Thompson said. "I am grateful for Penn State's leadership in implementing programs that empower businesses, employers, workers, and manufacturers to succeed."
Rural Innovation Network: Agriculture, Outdoor Business, and Manufacturing Centers of Excellence
Pennsylvania State University will receive $1,195,785 to promote entrepreneurship, workforce training, and industry development within the agricultural, outdoor recreation, and small manufacturing sectors to ensure long-term viability and future opportunities for the region.
This federal investment will:
"This funding is an important step toward revitalizing our workforce and investing in the future industries that will help small, rural communities in Pennsylvania to thrive for generations," Rep. Thompson said. "I am grateful for Penn State's leadership in implementing programs that empower businesses, employers, workers, and manufacturers to succeed."
Rural Innovation Network: Agriculture, Outdoor Business, and Manufacturing Centers of Excellence
Pennsylvania State University will receive $1,195,785 to promote entrepreneurship, workforce training, and industry development within the agricultural, outdoor recreation, and small manufacturing sectors to ensure long-term viability and future opportunities for the region.
This federal investment will:
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