Dear Friends, 

I hope my message finds you and your family healthy and well.

Happy Women's History Month. Throughout the month of March we celebrate the many achievements of women. Women have contributed so much to our state, and we are a better, stronger, more equitable North Carolina because of their efforts.

Please share our newsletter so your friends and family can stay up to date with the latest news, information, and resources relevant to the Cooper Administration. 

Stephanie Pigues 

Office of the Governor 

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Photo of Virginia Arnold (right) is courtesy of the Library of Congress. Photo of Charlotte Hawkins Brown (center) is courtesy of Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum.

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March as Women’s History Week in North Carolina to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women. In 1980, President Carter issued the first presidential proclamation naming the week of March 8 as National Women’s History Week. The following year, the U.S. Congress passed a resolution establishing a national celebration. In 1987, Women's History Month became a month-long celebration, observed annually, honoring women's contributions to the world.

Check out these exhibits, programs, videos, educational resources, blogs and podcasts the North Carolina Museum of History offers, helping to share the stories, hardships, contributions, and experiences of women in North Carolina!

BE IN THE KNOW

In honor of Women’s History Month, the NC Council for Women and Youth involvement and the Department of Administration invite you to join a virtual panel discussion on Obstacles & Opportunities for North Carolina Women.

Our esteemed panelists will address several vital topics impacting women in our state including: employment, wages, healthcare, political participation, educational and business opportunities and more. Learn more about these topics in the four-part report series on the Status of Women in North Carolina. 

Moderated by NCDOA Secretary Pam Cashwell

Hear from:

• Associate Justice Anita Earls, Supreme Court of North Carolina 
• Dr. Jada Brooks, Associate Professor & Lead Faculty, The University of North Carolina School of Nursing 
• Lyric Thompson, Senior Director, Policy & Advocacy, International Center for Research on Women
• Adrienne Spinner, State Organizing Director, NC Housing Coalition

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is thrilled to kick off a new campaign in honor of a new season: Help North Carolinians stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines and layer precautions so we can all Spring Into Summer

Visit SpringIntoSummer.nc.gov for updates and community resources!

State Leaders Outline Robust Plans for Economic Growth and Public Health to Ensure Strong North Carolina Future

On March 17, Governor Roy Cooper outlined steps on moving North Carolina forward from COVID-19. Cooper was joined by Kody Kinsley, Secretary for North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), who explained the Department’s plan to adapt in this new stage. North Carolina Commerce Secretary Machelle Sanders joined to highlight North Carolina’s strategic economic development plan for moving forward.

“Over the last two years, we’ve written a history of hardship and resilience, setbacks and successes,” said Governor Cooper. “But now, we enter the next phase. One of individual responsibility, preparedness and prosperity. This virus will still be with us, but it won’t disrupt us.”

NCDHHS Moving Forward Together

With vaccines, testing, treatment and other tools widely available, NCDHHS is adapting its response for the current stage of the pandemic, outlined in Moving Forward Together. The plan is rooted in four principles:

• Empowering individuals to make informed decisions for their individual lives in returning to normal routines
• Maintaining health system capacity by continuing to coordinate with the state’s health care community
• Collaborating with local partners to support resilience and speed recovery
• Prioritizing equity in access to information and tools needed to protect against COVID-19. 

“We have worked hard to get here. With a robust toolset, we are prepared now as individuals and as a state in ways we could have not been two years ago or even two months ago.” Secretary Kinsley said. “As we move forward together, we will continue to ensure every North Carolinian has access to the tools and information they need to protect themselves and others.”

From the beginning, Governor Cooper used data and the best scientific information available to drive North Carolina’s response. As a result, North Carolina had the lowest per capita death rate in the southeast and among the lowest in the nation, and statewide hospital capacity has never exceeded 91%.

As North Carolina moves into this next phase, the combination of key metrics guiding its response will also change to reflect the latest science and meet the current need. Beginning on March 23, the summary page of the NCDHHS COVID-19 Dashboard will be updated weekly on Wednesdays with the following seven indicators:

• Wastewater surveillance
• COVID-like illness
• Hospital admissions
• Cases
• Booster rates
• Prevalence of variants
• CDC’s COVID-19 community level metric

NCDHHS will stay ready to respond should new and more dangerous variants emerge. Vaccines are still the best protection for ourselves and our communities, and NCDHHS leaders encourage everyone to get vaccinated and boosted as soon as they are eligible. Learn more at myspot.nc.gov. 

“The COVID-19 virus will be with us for the foreseeable future, and we will need to learn to live with the virus,” said Dr. Elizabeth Cuervo Tilson, NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer and State Health Director. “I encourage you to speak with your trusted health care provider as you consider your own risk and the actions you can take now and in the future.”

NCDHHS’ Moving Forward Together plan can be found online in English and Spanish, along with more details on the data dashboard.

Commerce Department’s First in Talent Strategic Economic Development Plan

North Carolina Commerce Secretary Machelle Sanders gave a high-level overview of North Carolina’s continued economic success and outlined the state’s Strategic Economic Development Plan known as First in Talent. Earlier this week, state economists said that the state has recovered to pre-pandemic employment levels and GDP.

The plan recognizes our people are our most valuable asset in continuing to grow the economy. The First in Talent plan proposes innovative strategies to ensure that North Carolinians are equipped to compete in a dynamic marketplace, and businesses have the talent they need to thrive.

“Despite the pandemic, North Carolina continues to attract major investments and expand homegrown companies,” said North Carolina Commerce Secretary Machelle Sanders. “As the last two years have taught us, conditions can change rapidly and our businesses, workforce and communities must be skilled enough to adapt and grow. We are implementing the First in Talent strategic economic development plan because CEOs’ number one question is always about our workforce and we can’t rely solely on what made us successful in the past.”

The comprehensive four-year plan identifies three key goals critical to the state’s economic development strategy:

• Prepare North Carolina’s workforce for career and entrepreneurial success.
• Prepare North Carolina’s businesses for success by growing and attracting a talented workforce.
• Prepare communities across North Carolina to be more competitive in growing and attracting a talented workforce and businesses. 

A digital copy of the First in Talent plan can be found here.

North Carolina Jobs and GDP Economy Fully Recovered to Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2021

Concerns about consumer prices, labor shortages continue

North Carolina’s economy fully returned to the employment level it enjoyed before the COVID-19 pandemic sent the world into an economic recession, state economists said Monday. The state’s economy recovered to pre-pandemic employment levels in July of 2021 and the GDP even earlier, and the state’s economy continues to grow despite concerns of inflation and high gas prices.

The state’s economy is expanding, with job growth being high relative to other states. Over the year, the labor force participation rate increased 0.5 percentage points, nonfarm jobs increased by 166,500, a 3.7 percent increase, and the unemployment rate fell by 1.6 percentage points.

“Our significant success increasing jobs during the pandemic shows North Carolinians are resilient and we need to focus on training workers and educating children to continue to grow our workforce,” Governor Roy Cooper said. “But right now, prices for gas and food are too high, and we have to find ways to make those costs more affordable while we keep bringing good paying jobs to our state.”

The data shows economic recovery but also places that need work. North Carolina’s unemployment rate fell by 0.2 percent from December to January, ranking 6th in over-the month change. The state unemployment rate is in the middle nationally at 25th as is its over-the -year change from January 2021. The labor force participation rate improved but the state is ranked 38th nationally. However, the state ranks 9th nationally in the number of total nonfarm jobs.

The labor market, or number of people seeking jobs, continues to be tight in North Carolina. For example, December figures show the state had only 0.8 job seekers per job opening, according to the NC Department of Commerce.

Annual state-level data revisions are published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics in March. Revised data for 2021 show that the state economy is expanding after recovering to pre-pandemic total nonfarm employment last summer. The state’s unemployment rate reached a high of 14.2 percent at the start of the pandemic in April 2020.

Governor Cooper Hosts Roundtable Discussion with Central Carolina Community College Leaders and Longleaf Commitment Grant Recipients, Encourages High School Seniors to Apply for Funding

Yesterday, Governor Roy Cooper held a roundtable discussion about the Longleaf Commitment community college grant program with education leaders and grant recipients at Central Carolina Community College. This is the Governor’s third event in recent weeks spotlighting the program and encouraging graduating high school seniors to apply.

“Our community colleges are preparing people for the jobs of today and tomorrow,” Governor Cooper said. “These Longleaf Commitment community college grants are already helping to make education more affordable, so students can gain the skills and training they need to succeed.”  

“The Longleaf Commitment grant establishes an opportunity to relieve stress from financial hardship and has provided a path for generations of students like me to learn new skills that will become useful to our workforce today,” said Bennett Lasater, Central Carolina Community College student and Longleaf Commitment grant recipient.

"Our region is experiencing tremendous economic growth. We are proud of and believe in our home-grown talent and we know that economic mobility is essential to sustaining this regional growth,” said Dr. Lisa M. Chapman, Central Carolina Community College President. “Minimizing barriers to career pathways is critical for our local talent's success and the Longleaf Commitment grants have substantially reduced education finance challenges for Chatham, Harnett, and Lee County residents. CCCC appreciates this support!"

In May 2021, the Governor launched the Longleaf Commitment community college grant program that ensures that recent high school graduates from low- and middle-income families will receive at least $2,800 in federal and state grants to cover tuition and most fees at any of the state’s 58 community colleges. The Commitment program supplements the federal Pell grant and existing aid by providing an additional $700 to $2,800 grant per year.

To date, over 11,600 students have received a Longleaf Commitment grant totaling more than $4,600,000. 70% of the grants have gone to students with family incomes less than $60,000. Over 430 Central Carolina Community College students have received a Longleaf Commitment grant totaling more than $244,000.

At Governor Cooper’s direction, the Longleaf Commitment Program was created last year for 2021 high school graduates and funded by the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) funds. In November 2021, the Governor signed the bipartisan state budget into law which expands the Longleaf Commitment Program to include 2022 high school graduates.

Eligible high school seniors can apply for the Longleaf Commitment grant by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and enrolling in a community college. 

Central Carolina Community College serves three counties, Chatham, Harnett and Lee. Central Carolina Community College offers a wide variety of programs including one and two-year degree programs, transfer programs, College & Career Readiness training, GED programs, and technical, vocational and general interest training.

Learn more about the Longleaf Commitment grants and how to apply here.

Governor Cooper Signs Executive Order Establishing State of North Carolina Joint Cybersecurity Task Force

On March 16, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 254 formally establishing the State of North Carolina Joint Cybersecurity Task Force.

NCDIT, N.C. Emergency Management, the N.C. National Guard and the N.C. Local Government Information Systems Association Cybersecurity Strike Team make up the Task Force. It currently provides incident coordination, resource support and technical assistance to state and local government agencies and educational entities like schools and universities that have been the target of significant cybersecurity incidents.

The Order comes as cybersecurity threats are increasing in volume and sophistication, requiring a need to understand the threat landscape to prevent attacks and to protect the state’s information technology networks and critical infrastructure.

"The invasion of Ukraine and the threats of Russian inspired cyberattacks remind us of the cybersecurity threats that already exist every day," said Governor Cooper. "It’s more important than ever for us to work together proactively to prevent these crimes and respond quickly when they occur and this Task Force is helping us do that."

The cybersecurity of North Carolina’s critical infrastructure will be enhanced through greater interaction between the Task Force and public and private stakeholders to identify and respond to cybersecurity threats.

In the Order, North Carolina public and private sector CIKR (Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources) entities are strongly encouraged to work with the Task Force to help identify any vulnerabilities and to report significant cybersecurity incidents to the Task Force to limit the impacts from an incident and to coordinate an effective response.

“These measures allow the N.C. Department of Information Technology and the Task Force to have a more realistic picture about what is going on around the state to better protect and defend North Carolina,” State Chief Information Officer and NCDIT Secretary James A. Weaver said.

“This community effort to build and maintain strong cybersecurity practices and presence is important to protecting the critical infrastructure that North Carolina residents rely on every day,” said State Public Safety Secretary Eddie M. Buffaloe Jr. “Systems that provide communications, energy, transportation, water and wastewater treatment are all critical public resources that need to remain protected from all hazards.”

Other state agencies, federal agencies, and additional stakeholders may partner with the Task Force as needed.

Read the Executive Order.

Governor Cooper Joins EPA Administrator Michael Regan and Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to Unveil First Electric School Bus in North Carolina, Highlight North Carolina’s Transition to Clean Transportation

On March 15, Governor Roy Cooper joined Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to unveil the first electric school bus in North Carolina and highlight the state’s transition to a clean energy economy. The purchase of this bus was made possible by an award from the NC Department of Environmental Quality using funds from the Volkswagen Emissions Settlement.

“This electric school bus is better for the environment and our children’s health, and it was made right here in North Carolina. That’s a win-win-win for our state,” Governor Cooper said. “The transition to clean transportation is critical in our fight against climate change and this new emission-free bus shows just how many opportunities for clean energy transitions there are in our everyday life.”

In addition to the dedication of the inaugural electric bus, EPA Administrator Michael Regan announced that the tribe has been awarded an EPA Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant to buy four all-electric school buses.

“We are grateful and excited for cooperation we have received from Governor Cooper and the Environmental Protection Agency in the effort to provide better and safer transportation for our school children,” Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Principal Chief Richard Sneed said. “We are confident that the new electric school busses will be an asset for the community for years to come.”

“Thanks to the leadership of Governor Cooper and Principal Chief Sneed, EPA and our partners are delivering on our mission to protect children’s health and the environment and hitting the accelerator on a clean transportation future through this investment in electric school buses,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “With an unprecedented $5 billion investment in low- and zero-emission school buses from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law coming soon for communities across the country, this is only the beginning.”

North Carolina Receives Federal Employment and Training Grant for Former QVC Workers

$4 million grant will help dislocated workers train for new jobs

North Carolina has received a $4 million federal workforce grant to help workers who lost their jobs due to the tragic December 2021 fire at the QVC distribution facility in Rocky Mount, Governor Roy Cooper has announced.

“This new grant will help hundreds of former QVC workers get back on their feet,” Governor Cooper said. “While we’ve already helped many impacted employees get new jobs, many others still need the training and services this new grant provides to help them with new careers.”

The North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) requested the funds, which were awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor as an Employment Recovery Dislocated Worker Grant.

“The Commerce team and our NCWorks partners, in close coordination with QVC, have responded to this tragedy with workforce services, including successful hiring events in both virtual and in-person formats,” said N.C. Department of Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders. “We look forward to using these new resources to empower dislocated workers with new skills and credentials, and to connect them with the many North Carolina employers who are hiring.”

Through the grant, eligible dislocated workers may receive:

• Career Services, to help them make informed decisions about reemployment and education, based on local and regional economic conditions;
• Training Services, including both On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities with area employers and classroom training at community colleges or other providers, to prepare for in-demand jobs; and
• Supportive Services, which can address barriers that may prevent individuals from participating in employment and training.  
• The grant is intended to serve approximately 650 people living in a ten-county area.

To administer this grant, DWS will partner with Turning Point Workforce Development Board (which serves Edgecombe, Nash, Halifax, Northampton and Wilson counties) and Rivers East Workforce Development Board (which serves Beaufort, Bertie, Hertford, Martin and Pitt counties).

Supported by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014, Dislocated Worker Grants (DWGs) temporarily expand the service capacity of dislocated worker training and employment programs at the state and local levels by providing funding assistance in response to large, unexpected economic events that cause significant job losses. DWS and local workforce development boards have administered federal grants of this type in the past, including grants that came in the wake of Hurricanes Matthew and Florence and another to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Former QVC employees who are interested in receiving workforce services should contact their local NCWorks Career Center, which can be found at www.NCWorks.gov.

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Going to the Dreamville Festival??‹? Save 25% on Train Tickets

Will you be spending the weekend in Raleigh on April 2-3 at the Dreamville Festival? Ditch the hassle of a car and parking by taking the train! And save money while you’re at it.

Daily service is from New York, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C., plus seven additional stops between Charlotte and Raleigh.

Sit back, relax and arrive at Raleigh Union Station which is only two miles from Dix Park. Rent a bike outside the station or board a shuttle bus that will take you directly to the festival. Downtown hotels are also just blocks away. See terms and conditions below.

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Celebrates 50th Anniversary with DNCR Days Events Across the State

In 2022, the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is celebrating 50 years as a state cabinet-level agency with regional celebrations and online content throughout the year. DNCR is responsible for North Carolina treasures literally from A to Z – from the arts to the zoo – spanning the entire state.

As DNCR celebrates its 50th anniversary all year long, the agency is proud to present three special events across the state, “DNCR Days.” These free events are open to the public and will feature offerings from across the department, with opportunities to learn more about our zoo and aquariums; museums of art, history, and science; state parks; historic sites and more.

“We invite you to join in our 50th celebration by visiting some of our many sites and engaging in the programming we offer, both in person and digitally,” said Secretary Reid Wilson. “We are proud to serve all of you and look forward to continuing this service into the next 50 years and beyond.”

Join the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources for one, or all three, of our DNCR Days events or visit one of our sites anytime to take in some of the VERY BEST of North Carolina.

DNCR Days Events:

• Saturday, April 2 at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Saturday, June 4 at Bicentennial Plaza in Raleigh, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 10 at the Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Volunteers Needed for Statewide Litter Sweep 

The N.C. Department of Transportation needs volunteers to help clean up trash along roads during the Adopt-A-Highway Fall Litter Sweep from April 16-30. 

Each April and September, NCDOT asks volunteers to help remove litter from roadsides. Volunteers from local businesses, schools, nonprofits, churches, municipalities, law enforcement and community groups play an important role in keeping North Carolina’s roads clean. 

Volunteers can request clean-up supplies such as trash bags, gloves and safety vests from local NCDOT county maintenance offices. No sign up is required. 

“Last year, NCDOT and our partner organizations picked up more than 13 million pounds of litter,” said State Roadside Engineer David Harris. “The Litter Sweep is a great opportunity to keep that momentum going and get your friends and family outdoors. Just a few hours volunteering can make a huge difference.” 

For more information, visit ncdot.gov/littersweep or call 919-707-2970. 

State of North Carolina Steps Up Recruitment of New and Recent College Grads at Upcoming Virtual Entry-Level Career Fair

What: State of North Carolina Virtual Entry-Level Career Expo for individuals seeking entry-level employment and career opportunities with the State of North Carolina.

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 2022 

Where: Register at https://oshr.nc.gov/state-north-carolina-virtual-entry-level-career-expo

Why: The event is a collaboration between the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR), the Higher Education to North Carolina Government Careers (Ed2NC) program and the Volcker Alliance’s Government-to-University Initiative (G2U). This will be a great opportunity for participants to network with recruiters to learn more about jobs available at state government agencies and the University of North Carolina System, including career opportunities in their industry or field of study. Others interested in learning more about entry-level jobs with the State of North Carolina also are welcome to participate.

More:

• Kristin Siemek, State Talent Acquisition Manager: Kristin.Siemek@nc.gov or 984-236-0853
• Andrea Bennett, Talent Acquisition Consultant and Ed2NC Program Manager: Andrea.Bennett@nc.gov or 984-236-0887

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration invites you to attend the virtual “USDA Small Business 201 Workshop”. This workshop is the second in the series of USDA’s efforts to support and show case procurement opportunities to rural, minority, women, veteran, and other small businesses.

The “USDA Small Business 201 Workshop” will continue to serve as an opportunity to network with USDA program and contract officers, other small businesses, partners, stakeholders, and other organizations focused on supporting and growing businesses across the country. Our goal is for every business that participates in the workshop attains an understanding of USDA agencies, programs, and contract and procurement process. Additionally, we aspire to provide participants with specific details on USDA’s upcoming procurement opportunities.

Part I of the event, scheduled on April 13, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm EST, will focus on the contracting and procurement tools and resources, as well as mission area overviews. Part II, scheduled for April 14, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm EST, will focus on USDA programs, contracts, and procurement opportunities. We look forward to listening, learning, and working with you as we strive to provide opportunities to this Country’s engine of economic growth, our small businesses.

Nominations Open for 2022 North Carolina Awards

Nominations are being accepted for the 2022 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, now through April 15. Created by the General Assembly in 1961 and administered by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the award recognizes “notable accomplishments by North Carolina citizens” in the fields of literature, science, fine arts and public service.

Award nominations may be submitted by anyone and must include a completed nomination form, cover letter, three letters of support and the nominee’s biography or resume. Additional letters of support and examples of the nominee’s work will also be accepted. Applications may be submitted online or materials can be sent to the North Carolina Awards Committee, N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, 4601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-4600.

The North Carolina Awards Committee will review the nominations and make its selections this summer. The recipients will be honored later this year. Past award recipients have included some of the country’s most distinguished artists, poets, writers, performers, journalists, scientists and public servants.

Previous awardees include Maya Angelou, Doc Watson, William Friday, Gertrude Elion, Branford Marsalis, and other noteworthy North Carolinians. Information on the award and the online nomination process are available here. To receive forms by mail or e-mail contact Jennifer Fontes at Jennifer.fontes@ncdcr.gov or (919) 814-6756.

The deadline for submitting a nomination is April 15, 2022.

N.C. Arts Council Opens Nominations for 2022 North Carolina Heritage Award

Nominations are open for the North Carolina Heritage Award, the state’s highest honor for traditional artists, until May 2. A program of the N.C. Arts Council, the Heritage Award honors active traditional artists, recognizes artistic excellence in a traditional art, celebrates contributions to communities, and promotes North Carolina’s cultural heritage.

Artists who are recognized within their communities as keepers of North Carolina’s living traditions may be nominated for the award. Anyone can nominate a traditional artist or group of artists for a N.C. Heritage Award.

Past award recipients have included masters of such traditions as string band, gospel, balladry, and blues music; storytelling; and crafts such as pottery, basketry, blacksmithing, weaving, boatbuilding, and carving. As new traditions take root, their practitioners are nominated and the list of examples grows. To date the award has honored 144 artists—some professionally acclaimed and others who practice their art in family and community settings.

“The Heritage Awards are an opportunity to celebrate exceptional people who keep and nurture traditional creative practice. Through them, we also honor the cultural contributions of their entire communities,” said the N.C. Arts Council’s Folklife Director Zoe Van Buren. “With each new cohort, we can witness the changing seasons of our state’s dynamic cultural life, see traditions emerge and adapt, and learn how North Carolinians use the arts to know who we are, where we came from, and where we are going.”

Many Heritage Award recipients have gained national and international attention. Arthel “Doc” Watson, Earl Scruggs, Etta Baker, Ray Hicks, and 12 others have received National Heritage Fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts.

The criteria for selection are authenticity, current and past record of excellence, and significance of the work within the context of the nominees’ specific cultural tradition.

The Heritage Award ceremony and concert in the spring of 2023 will feature performances and demonstrations by the Heritage Award recipients.

2022 Environmental Enhancement Grant Request for Proposals (RFP)

Attorney General Josh Stein is pleased to announce the 2022 Environmental Enhancement Grant Request for Proposals (RFP).  The EEG program provides grants to non-profit organizations, academic institutions, and governmental entities to preserve and enhance North Carolina’s natural resources. Grant awards will from $5,000 to $500,000.00.  

• Important Dates for the 2022 RFP:
• Interest Meeting: March 22, 2022 at 10:00AM (held remotely)
• Letters of Intent Due: March 31, 2022 **Only applicants submitting Letters of Intent will be eligible to submit a full proposal**
• Information Meeting: April 6, 2022 at 10:00AM (held remotely)
• Proposals Due: May 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM

If you would like to RSVP for the interest meeting or have questions about the EEG program or the RFP, please contact us at eeg@ncdoj.gov.

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