Lincoln Economic Development Association (LEDA) celebrated its investors and partner organizations last week at Bricktree Brewing in downtown Lincolnton at its annual Stakeholder’s Event. The celebration took advantage of the gathering to honor LEDA’s supporters and recognize sixteen businesses located in the City of Lincolnton that received grants from Duke Energy as part of the Hometown Revitalization grant program.
Created by the North Carolina Duke Energy Foundation, the grant supports small towns and assists small business recovery efforts across the state. As a special guest and part of the evening’s events, Stephen De May, president of Duke Energy North Carolina, recognized the grant recipients who, in total, received $25,000.
“North Carolina’s small businesses have shown incredible innovation and resiliency over the past few years,” De May said. “Lincolnton is a perfect example of a community that came together to sustain their vibrant downtown in the wake of the unprecedented challenges brought on by the pandemic. We are pleased that our Hometown Revitalization Grant Program was able to assist Lincolnton small businesses in their recovery efforts and position them for a prosperous future.”
LEDA also acknowledged and thanked the public and private partners whose support funded all efforts and programming of the organization.
“Lincoln County is fortunate to be home to a diverse and thriving group of industries and businesses,” LEDA Board of Directors Chair Kim Phillips said. “We give thanks for the economic growth and flourishing employment opportunities we enjoy and the industry leaders who make that possible. However, we also recognize none of this would be likely without those who support the work of Lincoln Economic Development Association and are committed to its mission.”
Recipients of Duke Energy’s Hometown Revitalization grants are as follows: Fausto Coffee, Goodwood Pizzeria & Bakery, Untapped Territory, Benny’s Boutique, BrickTree Brewing Co., CBD East Main, CM Fine Arts Studio, Drum’s Florist, Good Neighbor Shop, House of Awards, North State Books, Southern Charm Winery, The City Cellar, True Roots Acupuncture, UMAR Art on Main, and Zhay’s Bar and Grille.
