Grant supports education and workforce development in Hampton Roads [Video]

NORFOLK, Va. — Hampton Roads is home to several high-growth industries that help fuel the economy. Employers depend on people who can fill skilled positions and help build a competitive edge for the region.

“We have the Navy, the shipyard, we have big enterprises,” said BayPort Credit Union President and CEO Jim Mears. “It’s just so important for us all to be invested in our community.”

The grant will be awarded to a Hampton Roads nonprofit to fund an initiative that supports local education and workforce development. 

“So many nonprofits have creative ideas about addressing pressing community challenges, but they don’t have the funding,” Mears said. “And we’re looking to identify a project that will leave that most significant potential on our community.”

The selected nonprofit will receive $500,000 over the course …