Press Release

U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $63,739 to Create Jobs, Strengthen Economy in Nome, Alaska Region

August 20, 2009
Contact: John B. Atwood, (202) 482-4085

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Commerce Department's Economic Development Administration (EDA) today announced a $63,739 grant to Kawerak, Inc., of Nome, Alaska to implement a comprehensive economic development planning program.

"The Economic Development Administration is pleased to partner with Kawerak, Inc., to improve the regional economic climate," said Sandra R. Walters, EDA Chief Financial Officer/Chief Administrative Officer. "This EDA grant will implement an economic development planning program that will work to boost business development and job growth in the region."

EDA is an agency within the U.S. Commerce Department and supports the economic development needs of distressed communities throughout the United States. Its mission is to lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness and preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy.

Additional information on how EDA programs are helping distressed communities create a positive and sustainable economic future can be accessed at: http://www.eda.gov.