CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee, made stops in Charleston, W.Va. to view initiatives supporting small business and flood response efforts in West Virginia.
To begin the day, Senator Capito visited the Charleston Area Alliance where she toured their Small Business Incubator and Lift Center, which she helped secure funding for through a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) award. Additionally, Senator Capito received updates on the Ascend WV Charleston Area Program, which is attracting new residents to Kanawha County and communities across the state by providing expanded opportunities to live, work, and thrive in West Virginia.
“Charleston Area Alliance is in the middle of an exciting period— one that I have been proud to support through my work in the U.S. Senate,” Senator Capito said. “I appreciated the opportunity to see firsthand how federal resources are helping support the success of their Small Business Incubator, Lift Center, and Ascend WV Program. Through the CDS process, I’ve worked to strengthen our local economy, expand opportunity, and improve quality of life for families and businesses. Charleston Area Alliance has made great strides, and I’m proud to partner with them to keep that progress moving forward.”
“Senator Capito has been an incredible champion for all of West Virginia, including for the Charleston Area Alliance and the work we are doing to strengthen our business community and drive economic development in our region. We are deeply grateful for her continued support and, in particular, her work to secure funding for our Small Business Incubator and the Lift Center. These investments will allow us to create even greater opportunities for the entrepreneurs and businesses we serve. None of this would be possible without Senator Capito’s leadership and belief in the work happening here in the Kanawha Valley. We are incredibly thankful for her partnership and commitment to our community; her steadfast leadership brings opportunity to West Virginia,” Mara Boggs, President & CEO, Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce said.
Next, Senator Capito visited West Virginia 211 United Way in Charleston, W.Va. to learn more about their efforts to connect West Virginians to vital resources and services. West Virginia 211 has played a vital role in providing support for communities during the recent flooding events across West Virginia.
“It was encouraging to see the great work being done here at West Virginia 211 today. Following the recent flooding across West Virginia, having teams like this in place to provide direct support and resources to our communities is vital. I am proud of the work being done here and deeply appreciative of United Way’s efforts to support our state at all times,” Senator Capito said.
“United Way of Central WV appreciates Senator Capito taking the time to visit WV 211 today to learn how our team helps connect West Virginians to vital resources and services throughout our state, especially during the numerous flooding events of this summer,” Margaret O’Neal, President of the United Way of Central WV said.
