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Commissioner Shehan - Financial and Management Services - Grants (Veterans Services) - To Accept and Appropriate Grant Funds from the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the Grant Program for County Veterans Offices - Round 2 for FY2026 ($20,000)
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STAFF CONTACT
Tammy Smith - Financial & Management Services - Grants - 704-862-6604
BUDGET IMPACT
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General Fund:
Increase state grant revenues by $20,000
Increase expenses by $20,000
No match or County funds.
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BACKGROUND
The Gaston County Veterans Services Office (VSO) has been awarded a second round of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs grant in the amount of $20,000 to enhance staff capacity, increase public awareness of available veterans' benefits and services, and improve privacy and accessibility for veterans seeking assistance. The project supports the County's ongoing mission to connect veterans and their families with earned benefits, resources, and support through a professional, confidential, and service-driven environment.
POLICY IMPACT
N/A
ATTACHMENTS
Budget Change Request (BCR), Grant Contract