Beshear announces funding for education and basic needs for Kentuckians

Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday more than $24.7 million is on the way to support the educational and social needs of Kentucky children and families.

The funds include $13.8 million in AmeriCorps federal grants, combined with more than $6 million in private and public matching funds to provide help with housing, clothing and food to Kentuckians in need, and to provide tutoring, teaching and other educational services for students in all grade levels through post-secondary education. 

Funds also help health departments, senior centers and hospice facilities meet the basic needs of Kentuckians.

The AmeriCorps federal agency will make available $4.9 million in education awards for program participants.

After completing a full term of service, AmeriCorps members are eligible for $7,395 for college, postsecondary education or to pay back student loans.