NC Pandemic Recovery Office

We're still working to administer, oversee, and track NC's remaining COVID funds. But that no longer includes communicating on this platform. Contact us at ncpro@osbm.nc.gov or visit our website ncpro.nc.gov. Send media requests to ncpromedia@osbm.nc.gov

Do you or someone you know need help accessing or using the internet? Learn more about tech resources available in your community by dialing 2-1-1 or viewing our new Tech Resource Finder online at ncbroadband.gov/resource-finder. #DigitalDivide

For National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we want to show you the hard work happening at @NCSHP to improve 911 response times through a major GPS upgrade. 🚨 This project was funded in part by the NC's federal COVID-19 recovery funds.

After serving NCPRO for nearly five years as Executive Director, Stephanie McGarrah will join Governor Josh Stein’s western North Carolina recovery team to help the region rebuild and recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Please join us in congratulating her!

Thank you once again to the state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and many individuals helping leverage federal funds and administer grant programs to build a better, more equitable future. Here's to an equally impactful 2025 ☀️

NCPRO and other state government offices will be closed December 24 through December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. We wish you a warm and safe holiday season, and look forward to serving North Carolina when we return.

Did you know you can access free wi-fi from the parking lots of 400+ public locations? Read more about Park and Learn's impact on bridging the digital divide 💻 bit.ly/4fjezs8 Park and Learn is a partnership between @Hometown_Strong, @ncculture, @NCBroadband & @NCBCE.

The Longleaf Commitment Grant has now helped 27,400 students afford college! 🎓 @NC_Governor Roy Cooper launched the program in 2021 in response to COVID-19, using federal funds. It helped Destiny become the first in her family to get a degree ⤵️ bit.ly/LongleafCommit…

Got 5 minutes? Read our latest newsletter, including updates on how Helene impacted pandemic recovery funds, a new data dashboard, and local government success stories. Read the Winter 2024 edition at bit.ly/NCPRONewsletter

Looking for digital resources or free tech support? Dial 211! This partnership with @NCDigitalEquity is another example of how American Rescue Plan funds are helping bridge the digital divide post-pandemic.

This Veteran's Day we recognize the impact of the NC Patriot Star Family Recovery Scholarship which has served 480+ people, including disabled veterans and their families. It's made possible by COVID-19 recovery funds and the @PatriotFound. Learn more ▶️ bit.ly/NCPROMilitary

Local leaders across #NC are invited to the Nov. 20 Managing Disruption Kickoff Webinar to explore drivers of change impacting our communities. Discover new tools and resources to help you plan ahead. Register and share with colleagues: ncimpact.sog.unc.edu/managing-disru… #GPSNC @civicfcu

This downtown revitalization project in @cityofnewtonnc is one of many supported by the state's Rural Transformation Grant Fund. Newton received its grant in 2022 and is now in the final phase of infrastructure upgrades and beautification, for a stronger post-pandemic future.

American Rescue Plan funds can potentially aid in your community's recovery from #Helene. Learn how during this Oct. 30 webinar hosted by @USTreasury and other experts. Includes guidance on reclassifying projects and staying on track. Register at ⤵️bit.ly/40pKEuy

Congratulations to over 7,000 future & current teachers who qualified for financial aid and free study materials to pursue their teaching licenses. It was supported by NC's #ARPA funds. Read more about the @teachNCorg program's impact at bit.ly/TeachNCAid

The proposal includes the ability to use COVID-19 funds to prioritize repairing broadband infrastructure in storm affected areas. Closing the digital divide became a top priority after the pandemic, and this disaster has once again proven its necessity. #Helene

Tomorrow is the deadline to apply for D-SNAP, a benefit to help households affected by Hurricane Helene buy food. wlos.com/news/local/wit…

If you are looking to support recovery efforts from #HeleneNC you can help in the following ways: ✅Donation: Contribute to the Disaster Relief Fund at nc.gov/donate. ✅ Volunteer: Sign up to volunteer with a VAOD at ncvoad.org/volunteer/.

Hurricanes impact mental health before, during and after a storm. Mental health resources are available to support North Carolinians during hurricane preparation and recovery: • Bit.ly/ReadyNCHurrica… • Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 #ReadyNC

We are grateful to President Biden, FEMA and all of our partners for their commitment to helping our state respond, recover and rebuild from this disaster. Today, @POTUS announced 100% @fema reimbursement for 6 months. 🔗 governor.nc.gov/news/press-rel…