Forest City Data Center

01/30/2026

😎 Meta just launched its AI Glasses Impact Grants!

Innovation thrives when communities come together. This new initiative supports innovators using AI glasses to empower communities, boost economic growth, and expand opportunities across the U.S.

Learn more about this initiative and apply now: https://meta.com/ai-glasses/impact-grants/

01/29/2026

ICYMI: Meta Announces $6 Billion Agreement with Corning to Support U.S. Manufacturing and Data Center Innovation!

Meta has signed an up to $6 billion, multi-year agreement with Corning to secure advanced optical fiber and cable that will power the next generation of data centers and AI infrastructure. This partnership will not only strengthen U.S. manufacturing and support high-quality jobs, but it will also have a direct impact here in 📍 Catawba County, North Carolina — with Corning’s facilities in the state expected to see a 15 to 20 percent increase in jobs. This investment helps ensure that our Forest City Data Center, and Meta data centers across the globe, remain at the forefront of connectivity and innovation.

Corning’s fiber optic technology is essential for delivering the speed, reliability, and scale needed to keep the U.S. competitive in the global AI race. By investing in American manufacturing and supply chains, Meta is building a more resilient, sustainable, and connected world.
https://about.fb.com/news/2026/01/meta-6-billion-agreement-corning-support-us-manufacturing/

01/21/2026

Our team recently visited the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland County’s Shelby Club, where a Meta data center grant is helping kids “STEAM ahead” and build skills for the future!

From creative play with Legos and puzzles to launching baking soda rockets, erupting volcanoes, and exploring hydroponic gardening, youth are discovering STEAM careers through hands-on learning, 3D printing, and VR.

We’re proud to support their journey of creativity, collaboration, and innovation!

12/29/2025

As we wrap up 2025, we want to extend our gratitude to everyone in the community. Together, we’ve achieved so much this year — building connections and making a real impact across Western North Carolina.

With your support, we facilitated hands-on digital skills training workshops for small businesses and nonprofits, supported education and workforce development efforts with Isothermal Community College, and provided grants for many local nonprofits and schools.

We are proud to call Forest City home and excited for all to come in 2026!

12/18/2025

From everyone at the Forest City Data Center, wishing you a joyful holiday season!

12/17/2025

We’re so excited about the opening of The Parcel Exchange and recently had a chance to visit!

This unique spot “delivers” holiday cheer by combining packaging and shipping services, a restaurant and bar, and flexible spaces for working or events. It’s the perfect place to pack, snack, and connect this season.

Make The Parcel Exchange part of your holiday plans—you’ll find it’s a real gift to our community!

12/15/2025

Our team recently got a chance to visit the The Earl Scruggs Center — a must-see destination that celebrates local history and culture.

Meta is proud to support the Center with a Data Center Community Action Grant for new interactive exhibit technology. Note they will be closed over the holidays to complete this exciting project and will reopen in February, making every visit even more engaging for students and visitors in the new year!

11/27/2025

Our Forest City Data Center Vets and Allies ERG collected canned food to support local veterans for the benefit of Rutherford County Veteran Services this Thanksgiving.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to give back and honor those who served during this holiday season. Thank you to everyone who contributed! 🇺🇸🦃

11/20/2025

📣 Tomorrow is the last day to apply for a Meta Data Center Community Action Grant! Apply now: https://datacenters.atmeta.com/grants

Applications are now open until November 21. Our grants are one of many ways that Meta gives back to communities where we have a data center. These grants support projects that address critical community needs by: Eligible organizations Grant applications will be accepted from eligible organizations...

11/12/2025

Today, we announced that we’re breaking ground on our 26th U.S. Meta data center in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin! Meta data centers are making a positive impact on local communities, including investing in local schools and nonprofits, partnering on local water restoration projects, new clean and renewable energy projects, and supporting local jobs to build and operate the data center.

We're building the future of human connection and once operational, the Beaver Dam Data Center will be optimized for our AI workloads, giving people new ways to connect, find communities and grow their businesses.

We are proud to call Wisconsin home – follow the page for local updates ⬇️

11/10/2025

Meta is proud to support Community Math Academy, a recent Data Center Community Action Grant recipient in our Forest City data center community!

The Community Math Academy has been instilling confidence and STEAM skills in underserved Cleveland County students, helping them build a strong foundation for future success. With our support, the Academy offers summer camp experiences for 6th-9th graders, engaging them with hands-on STEAM activities and campus tours at the local college. These multi-week camps give students a chance to explore new interests and connect with inspiring mentors.

We’re honored to enable partners like Community Math Academy to help the youngest in our community explore the world of STEAM!

11/08/2025

🌟 It feels great to walk out of a training mastering Instagram content and Meta AI creative strategies!

We hosted an incredible training session together with the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, Isothermal Community College, Rutherford Town Rising and the Small Business Development Center where attendees learned how to harness Meta AI to strengthen the connection with new and existing audiences!

As always, we are proud to support local businesses in Rutherford County!