Funding supports 66 different organizations

Owensboro, Ky – On Feb 13th, Governor Andy Beshear presented more than $4.6 million in awards to 66 different nonprofits in Daviess County.

“No matter the challenges they’ve faced, these incredible nonprofits have stepped up to support Kentucky families in this community,” Gov. Beshear said. “Like any parent, I want my kids and yours to have every opportunity right here, so they never feel like they have to leave home to chase their dreams. The 66 different organizations we’re recognizing on Feb 13th, are building that brighter future for all of our people.”

These awards come from the Governor’s Nonprofit Assistance Fund, which helps organizations across Kentucky recover from the effects of the pandemic. The funding comes from federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars and Gov. Beshear supported the allocation by the 2022 General Assembly. One-time direct relief payments are based on each organization’s application.

“It’s humbling to know the state of Kentucky is so supportive of a program that will benefit my family,” said Tinisha McHenry, who is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Owensboro-Daviess County to build her home. “I know funding for these types of programs can be difficult sometimes, so I’m honored to know the Team Kentucky Nonprofit Assistance Fund will help build my house.”

To see a list of Feb 13th’s awards, click here.

Nonprofit Leader Quotes
“Habitat for Humanity Owensboro-Daviess County was honored to receive an award from the Team Kentucky Nonprofit Assistance Fund,” said Executive Director Jeremy Stephens. “The need for decent and affordable housing for low-income families has increased substantially. We are so appreciative to have the support from our state through the Team Kentucky Nonprofit Assistance Fund and will use it to further our mission of providing a pathway to success, for members of our community, through homeownership.” 

“Audubon Area Community Services Inc. is greatly appreciative of the Team Kentucky Nonprofit Assistance funding that we received. The funds were used to support Owensboro Regional Recovery, a long-term substance abuse recovery program for homeless, indigent and low-income men in Daviess County,” said Sarah Adkins, director of Owensboro Regional Recovery. As with many nonprofit organizations, COVID-19 had a significant negative impact on the cost of delivering services to the most vulnerable Kentuckians. The nonprofit assistance funding allowed us to keep our doors open and continue our life-saving mission of bringing substance abuse recovery to those in greatest need.”

“The funding received was vital to our operations for our families and youth we serve during some of the most challenging times in their lives in the counties of Daviess, Henderson, Ohio and Butler,” said Cliff Hagan Boys and Girls Club Executive Director Steve Winkler.

“The Green River Area Down Syndrome Association (GRADSA) is so grateful for the Team Kentucky Nonprofit Assistance Fund and the generous financial assistance that we were granted,” said Britt Cobb, executive director of GRADSA. “These funds allow us to grow our mission to enable families enriched with the Down syndrome connection to share resources, build friendships and advocate for the future of individuals with disabilities. Kentucky has a strong tradition of supporting its own and this program is a testament to the commonwealth's devotion to assisting underserved communities.”

“Nonprofit organizations typically struggle for adequate funding to support their missions, but COVID-19 created an additional burden on our ability to provide services to the individuals we support,” said Rosemary Conder, executive director, Opportunity Center of Owensboro. “This award not only aided us in our recovery from COVID-related lost revenue, but it also allows us to improve our ability to provide care and attention to those we support and truly encouraged us and lifted our spirits!”