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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces First-of-its-Kind American Tin Production Facility

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Nathan Trotter to invest approximately $65 million in Henry County, creating an estimated 118 jobs and strengthening domestic production of metals critical to national defense RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced Nathan Trotter, the leading supplier and recycler of tin and tin alloy products in North America, will invest approximately $65 million to […]

The Harvest Foundation supports local group focused on strengthening youth initiatives

A $260,609 investment to Piedmont Community Services will fund The Helping Youth Thrive Collaborative Martinsville, Va. — A coalition of youth-focused organizations in Martinsville and Henry County (MHC) is focused on empowering young people in the community to reach their full potential. Piedmont Community Services received a $260,609 investment from The Harvest Foundation to support […]

November: Growth and Gratitude

During this season of gratitude, I like to reflect on the positive things happening around me. This year, the Harvest Youth Board is once again hosting the W. Dan Prince III Thanksgiving Eve Dinner. Last year they served over 3,000 meals and are on track to repeat that this year. This large and logistically complex […]

The Harvest Foundation awards nearly $64,000 for Project Hope 2024

Six local organizations and volunteer groups received funding for projects and programs across Martinsville-Henry County Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation awarded nearly $64,000 to fund six Project Hope grants at today’s grantee celebration, held at the Bassett Train Station Event Center. Harvest President Kate Keller welcomed the crowd of nearly 50 people, remarking on […]

June: Turning Collective Hope into Lasting Impact

A Guest Column From The Harvest Foundation Team  By India Brown, Program Officer  The Harvest Foundation’s Project Hope Initiative is well underway, and we are excited to collaborate with community members to spark inspiration and innovation. During the month of June, Ignite Hope sessions were held across Martinsville and Henry County. Facilitated by Reynolds Homestead […]

May: Taking Care of Our Mental Health

From the desk of Harvest Foundation President Kate Keller In today’s fast-paced world, mental health awareness has become a crucial topic of discussion. As our lives become increasingly digital and interconnected, it’s easy to overlook the importance of taking care of our mental well-being. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, there lies […]

Visitor Spending Reached $70.4 Million in Martinsville – Henry County in 2022

Paddling at Philpott Lake in Bassett, Virginia.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Beth Marshall Marketing & Communications Manager Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation 276.403.5946 bmarshall@yesmartinsville.com     Virginia reached $30.3 billion in visitor spending, returning to pre-pandemic levels Martinsville – Henry County, VA (January 25, 2024)– Visitor spending for Martinsville – Henry County reached $70.4 million, a 5.1 percent change over 2021. Tourism-supported […]

Project Hope grantees awarded $91,287 in funding

Nine (9) grant recipients with projects across Martinsville-Henry County will complete projects over the next year Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation’s Project Hope grants program awarded nine recipients a total of $91,287 during today’s grantee celebration at The TAD Space in Uptown Martinsville. Kate Keller, president of The Harvest Foundation, welcomed around 50 grant […]