Alcoa is the largest single taxpayer in Stanly County
Alcoa and APGI remain the largest taxpayer in Stanly County, creating an annual economic impact of $8 million in Stanly County.
 
Alcoa is actively supporting economic development efforts in Stanly County
The Alcoa Foundation awarded a $250,000 economic development grant to benefit the Town of Badin in December 2007.  The two-year grant, which will be administered by the N.C. Rural Economic Development Center, is designed to revitalize the downtown business district.
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Alcoa is working to redevelop the Badin Works site to bring new jobs to Stanly County
Alcoa is aggressively working to attract new jobs and new industries to Stanly County by redeveloping the site of the Badin Works smelter.  It is currently engaged in active, serious discussions with several companies interested in the site.
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A priceless resource for central North Carolina
When the Yadkin Project was developed, it led to the development of four reservoirs along the Yadkin River, including Badin Lake and High Rock Lake.  The economic impact these reservoirs have brought to central North Carolina — by increasing property values, supporting local businesses and attracting tourists to the region — simply cannot be measured.  The lakes are one of the region’s crown jewels and have served as an economic force in Stanly County and the surrounding counties for decades.
 
A history of community support
Alcoa, APGI and the Alcoa Foundation have provided more than $2.5 million to support local non-profit organizations in Stanly County and the surrounding communities during the past 20 years.  Last year, the company provided financial support to 11 non-profit organizations in Stanly County.