Graves County Economic Development (GCED), a nonprofit organization that works to support economic and workforce development for Mayfield and Graves County, today announced it has received a $10,000 grant from the U.S. Bank Foundation. The funding will be used to support our economic and workforce development efforts so that we can continue our mission to promote quality of life in Mayfield and Graves County.
“Creating equitable opportunities for all residents in our community requires resources, and we appreciate the support from the U.S. Bank Foundation, which helps us continue to build and expand our economic development activities and the innovative workforce development initiatives we’re proud to be a part of,” said Jason Lemle, president of Graves County Economic Development.
GCED aims to support local industry and create economic growth through the development of business and industry in Mayfield, Graves County, and the surrounding area of the Jackson Purchase Region of Western Kentucky. Our goal is to bring economic development to our area through retention, expansion, and attraction of businesses which create quality, high-paying jobs. We work with local education and workforce development partners toward helping our students and workers obtain new skills to help them pursue the opportunities our community has to offer. Recently, we partnered with the Mayfield/Graves County Area Technology Center for the purchase of a CNC mill and a new career certification pathway available to our students, made possible by the TVA Workforce Invest grant. We strive to make our community a better place to work, live, and raise a family.
“Supporting the development of small businesses and a dynamic workforce is an investment in today and our future. We’re proud to work with organizations like GCED to help people to succeed in their careers and build thriving communities,” said Jeffery Mills, community affairs manager at U.S. Bank.
U.S. Bank is committed to powering human potential and creating lasting change in communities. The bank does this through the Community Possible platform, including philanthropy, community investments and team member volunteerism.
For more information about Graves County Economic Development and its programs, visit http://www.gravescountyed.com/index.php?submenu=Home.
About Graves County Economic Development
Graves County Economic Development began in 1981, becoming the driving force behind expansion and development opportunities in the community. It continues to foster strong relationships with existing businesses and attracts new industry to grow in Graves County. There are 44 industrial businesses in Graves County that employ 2,300 people in the community.
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