Clarksdale, Mississippi will receive a $50,000 grant from T-Mobile to revitalize the area in front of J’s Grocery in Clarksdale with a mural, outdoor furniture, bike racks, sunshades, planters, life-size games, pedestrian safety modifications. The grant will also go towards creating an activation space to support healthy food purchases while fostering community connections and creative expression.
“We are honored to embark on the transformation of the Brickyard community in Clarksdale. This project is not just about addressing needs but celebrating the brilliance of its people. The Brickyard is an incubator for phenomenal men and women doing great things in the world. This initiative is a testament to the power of community and the importance of providing a platform to amplify that brilliance. We are excited to create a space where the community can connect, discover, belong, and shine.” – Rebekah Pleasant-Patterson, Executive Director of Griot Arts Inc.
“We are thrilled to partner with J’s Grocery in transforming this cornerstone of the Brickyard neighborhood. With 27 years of history, J’s Grocery stands as a beacon in our community. This transformation will be a testament to the power of collaboration and the impact we can achieve together.” – Tyler Yarbrough, Manager, Mississippi Delta Programs, Partnership for a Healthier America
A special event and check presentation will be held on Tuesday, September 25 from 10:30-11:30 am at 103 Madison Ave, Clarksdale, MS 38614.
Clarksdale is the 11th city and town in Mississippi to be awarded a T-Mobile Hometown Grants since the program launched in 2021. The other towns which include Oxford, Greenville, Magee, Hattiesburg, and Greenville have received grants in total of more than $445,000. Hometown Grants is T-Mobile’s way of giving people who live in small towns and rural communities a chance to transform the places they call home. Through community development initiatives across infrastructure, education, technology, environment and more, T-Mobile aims to create a stronger and more resilient future for communities nationwide.
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