Celebrating a new day for community development in the state, more than 130 people attended West Virginia Rising in the Capitol Rotunda

 

 

John Bendel, director of Community Investment, FHLBank Pittsburgh, conducted the ceremonies.

 

 

Governor Manchin inspired community leaders to take advantage of opportunities for growth.

 

Jean Ambrose, Chair, Community Collaborative, Inc., spoke on the work of the Community Development Gathering.

 

 

Bill Batz, Chief Operating Officer, FHLBank Pittsburgh, discussed the Blueprint Communities initiative and its impact for the state.

 

Displaying a smaller version of the street banner each community team received are Bill Batz, FHLBank; Jean Ambrose, Community Collaborative, Inc.; West Virginia Secretary of Commerce Kelly Goes; and John Bendel, FHLBank.

 

 

Joe Hatfield, Executive Director, West Virginia Housing Development Fund, announced the ten Blueprint Communities!!