The County of Greene is proud to announce that it has been awarded two significant grants to support the development and operation of the Greene County Business Incubator. A $75,000 grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and an additional $75,000 grant from the EQT Foundation will provide critical funding to help the incubator become fully operational, fostering the growth of small, locally owned businesses throughout Greene County.
The business incubator will offer local entrepreneurs and startups affordable space, mentorship, and access to key resources designed to promote business sustainability and economic development. By providing a structured environment where businesses can grow and succeed, Greene County is investing in the long-term prosperity of the region.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support from both the Benedum Foundation and the EQT Foundation,” said Commissioner Jared Edgreen, Chairman of the Greene County Commissioners. “These grants will allow us to create real opportunities for small businesses, helping to build a stronger and more resilient local economy. The funding from the EQT Foundation will be instrumental in fully launching and operating the incubator, ensuring that it has the resources needed to support entrepreneurs from day one. The program will track success through business participation, job creation, and other key performance indicators to measure its impact on the local economy.”
Commissioner Betsy McClure emphasized the importance of engaging with the community in shaping the incubator’s services. “We are currently surveying local businesses and the public to better understand the needs of our community. This incubator is an exciting new asset, and I look forward to the opportunities it will provide to both existing and new businesses in Greene County.” For more information about the Greene County Business Incubator or these grant awards, please contact the Greene County Commissioners’ Office at 93 E High St, Waynesburg, PA 15370, or call 724-852-5210.
County Prepares for 2026 NFL Draft
Commissioners Betsy McClure and Jared Edgreen attended a government outreach meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers to discuss the 2026 NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh. The Steelers are looking for counties in our 10-county region to help with planning the event as the economic impact of this magnitude will bring 700,000 visitors to our region. Impact on our area will be hotels, bed and breakfast rentals, transportation and tourism.
