Community Health Projects
| Project Name | Description | Funding | Date Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Health Initiatives | The City selected 13 sub-recipient organizations to make capital investments or adaptations to facilities to expand capacity [to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19] and/or address community health needs. The funding will improve community health outcomes including behavioral, mental, and other health issues exacerbated by the pandemic. | $10 million | Sept. 21, 2021 |
| Community Health Initiatives (Phase 2) | The City awarded a second round of funding to organizations not selected in initial phase of the project. | $1.8 million | May 17, 2022 |
| ARPA Community Gardens | The City contracted with Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, Inc. to develop, operate and manage a community gardens program. The gardens are at four City-owned locations: Barwell Rd, Eastgate Neighborhood Center, Walnut Creek Wetland Center, and Marsh Creek. The program coincides with the Produce Project. | $321,000 | November 15, 2022 |
| Produce Project | The City purchased a refrigerated box truck to transport and distribute fresh produce at various Raleigh parks. Refrigerator units are located on site for storage. The goal is to offer affordable, fresh produce in communities with limited options. | $179,000 | July 5, 2022 |