
Chattooga County’s economic classification could once again provide local governments and organizations with a significant advantage when seeking federal money for community and economic development projects.

Chattooga County’s economic classification could once again provide local governments and organizations with a significant advantage when seeking federal money for community and economic development projects.

The Tillotson Menlo Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle, continuing a program that has provided more than $8.4 million for projects benefiting Menlo, Chattooga County and surrounding areas over the past two decades.

Some Walker County homeowners with failing septic systems may qualify to have 60% of the cost of repairs reimbursed through a new round of grant funding.

The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program, a federal initiative designed to help nonprofit organizations strengthen security and better protect their members, staff, and facilities.

A new youth recreation project is moving ahead in Summerville after City Council approved the purchase of a $142,500 Musco mini-pitch soccer system earlier this year for the Fairway Recreation Center.

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, The Auto Club Group Foundation says it has already awarded $50,000 in financial literacy grants in 2026, continuing its investment in programs that help individuals and families build stronger money-management skills.


The City of Summerville is receiving $228,000 in grant funding to support improvements at the Fairway Recreation Center Complex, including the construction of a new mini-pitch soccer field and restroom facility.