After the Delta Bridge Project funded a $30,000 feasibility study, a local investor group came together to finance a 40-million gallon bio-diesel plant that is expected to begin operations in the summer of 2007. Eventually, this investment will create over 50 jobs in the local economy and stimulate value-added agricultural production in Phillips County.

Economic development renews the Delta by enabling small businesses and larger industries to put needed jobs and capital back into the community. Southern Financial Partners’ efforts include assistance to small businesses, job creation, and increases in tourism, recreation and quality of life. Learn more about how Program-Related Investments can help SFP to restart Delta economies.