Grant & Loan Awards: Ware County
Ware County
EDGE Fund: $1,000,000
Awarded: 12/10/2025
Applicant: Okefenokee Area Development Authority
Description:
EDGE funds to assist with the construction of a 215,000 SF manufacturing/distribution facility for Simmons Manufacturing Co, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Simmons Company. Simmons is the second largest bedding manufacturer in the United States. Waycross, Ware County is in competition with Florida. The project will create 200 new jobs.
Total Budgeted Project Cost: $12,327,900