For Release: Thursday, September 1, 2005
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

BETHANY VILLAGE FAMILY CRISIS RESOURCE CENTER RECEIVES HUD GRANT

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Bethany Village Family Crisis Resource Center, located in Anna, has been awarded a $100,000 Rural Housing and Economic Development grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  The funds will be used to develop and maintain housing opportunities.      

"This funding will improve the quality of life of our most vulnerable citizens," said Costello.  "I strongly support HUD funds, which assist local efforts to provide affordable housing."

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