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Appalachian Regional Commission POWER Initiative

Appalachian Regional Commission

Status Published
Posted Date Jan 20, 2026
Close Date May 1, 2026 (Fixed)
Rural Tier Rural Exclusive
Summary

Targets communities affected by job losses in coal mining, coal power plant operations, and coal-related supply chain industries. Funds workforce training, broadband expansion, and entrepreneurship programs.

Funding Information
Min award $25,000
Max award $1,500,000
Total funding $30,000,000
Match pct $20
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Geographic Eligibility

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Related News 2 articles
Shawnee State University Receives $2 million from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative - The Pike County News Watchman
The Pike County News Watchman · Jun 26, 2026
$1.5M grant to help expand economic opportunities in local coal communities - WPXI
WPXI · Jun 10, 2026
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