Scaling NEAAAT

Organization:

Northeast Academy for Aerospace & Advanced Technologies

Amount:

$497,141.13

Program Area:

Community-Based Grants Initiative

County of Applicant:

Pasquotank

Year:

2019

Description:

The purpose of this grant is to provide funding to the Northeast Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies (NEAAAT) to outfit a permanent facility capable of housing the school at full enrollment and supporting STEM career development programs. With assistance from USDA, NEAAAT plans to purchase and renovate a portion of Southgate Park for educational use. The project is expected to directly impact 600 students and families across seven northeast counties. Golden LEAF funding will be used for capital improvements and to purchase the equipment, furniture, and instructional supplies necessary to support coursework and training programs that are aligned with industry workforce demands in northeastern North Carolina.

Contact:

Dr. Andrew R. HarrisPO Box 2889Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27906(252) 312-5990

Areas Served:

Pasquotank

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