The global pandemic caused the existing shortage of healthcare professionals to seem even more pronounced. However, years prior, Fayetteville State University was at work helping to fill the need for trained nurses with new equipment that helped grow the size of the program as well as provide an option for… read more
One of the longest running programs at the College of the Albemarle recently received new equipment to help fill the skills gap for machinists in the area. In October 2019, the Golden LEAF Foundation Board of Directors awarded the College of the Albemarle $125,000 to purchase machining equipment used primarily… read more
The Golden LEAF Foundation Board recently adopted a long-term strategic plan to serve as a roadmap for the next few years. During the process, Golden LEAF fine-tuned its priority areas and created goals for each of these areas. Golden LEAF’s five strategic priority areas are: Job Creation and Economic Investment… read more
Advanced manufacturing has a strong footprint in Nash County and the surrounding area. With access to I-95 as well as nearby seaports and international airports, logistics are ideal for industry; however, a skilled local workforce has long been a hurdle for the region. Working to fill that knowledge and skills… read more
On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer Scott T. Hamilton joined N.C. legislators, state and local officials, and Cleveland Community College trustees and staff for the official groundbreaking of the new 30,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing center. The new center will provide training programs in mechanical drafting, electronics… read more
Duplin County Schools places a strong focus on developing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills that lead students to careers in high-wage jobs. With many of the available jobs in the area requiring these STEM skills, the hands-on experiences these students receive prepares them well for success in post-secondary education… read more
The March 1, 2021 deadline is fast approaching for the four-year Golden LEAF Scholarship Program. Information and the application for the 2021-2022 school year is available at CFNC.org. A total of 215 awards will be offered to high school seniors and community college transfer students from qualifying rural North Carolina… read more
As part of the Golden LEAF Community-Based Grants Initiative, the NC Rural Center works to support project teams by fostering a collaborative approach to economic development. In 2018, the NC Rural Center worked with approximately 30 entities in Halifax County interested in addressing workforce shortfalls in their community. Partners included… read more
Since establishing the scholarship program in 2000, the Golden LEAF Foundation has provided scholarships to help more than 17,000 rural students attend the state’s community colleges to earn degrees and credentials that will lead to employment. The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program is one component to support the mission of Golden… read more
With a focus on innovation, local businesses and industry are giving unique opportunities to East Carolina University students and getting back quality and talent in return as part of the Rural Innovations Strengthening Eastern-29 Counties Program, known more simply as RISE29. The 29 counties in the title refers to the… read more
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