Project Grant AM22RFSPKY1064
- This $8.4 million Project Grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration supports the Appalachian Climate Technology (ACT NOW) Coalition led by the Coalfield Development Corporation. The Coalition will spur job growth in 21 economically distressed, coal-impacted counties in southern West Virginia by creating a hub for clean energy and green economy jobs. This includes supporting the transition from coal to solar power, implementing sustainable reuse projects on...
- The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Inc. received a $479,037.80 three-year Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service under the Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program. This federal grant program aims to support the development, coordination and expansion of local and regional food systems. Through this funding, the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky will work with Northfork Local Food and Community Farm Alliance to strengthen...
- The Community Farm Alliance (CFA) received a $720,115.90 three-year Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service under the Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program (FMLFPP) to implement the Farmers Market Resiliency Project in Kentucky. The Project will provide three key services to strengthen and stabilize participating farmers markets in Kentucky. It will offer a streamlined training program with modules tailored for market...
- The University of Kentucky Research Foundation received a $270,496 two-year Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service under the Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) program. The Growing Healthy Appalachia Partnership (GHAP) will cultivate regional food economies in Central Appalachia through public-private partnerships combining institutional food procurement, cooperative economic models, culinary skills training, and agricultural...
- The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a $623,300 Project Grant under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002) to Rural Action Inc., a non-profit community development organization in Appalachian Ohio. The grant supports "Sector-Based Strategies" to strengthen the regional economy and build community capacity in Appalachia. Specifically, the funding will enable Rural Action to provide backbone support and collaborative leadership for the Central Appalachian...
- This $817,740 Project Grant was awarded by the Appalachian Regional Commission under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002). The grant aims to "Accelerate Forest Farming in Central Appalachia" by strengthening market connections and collaboration for long-term sector impact and sustainability. The prime recipient, Virginia Tech, will leverage its agricultural research and extension expertise to support and engage with a network of sub-awardees, including non-profit...
- This $15.7 million Project Grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration supports the Appalachian Climate Technology (ACT NOW) Coalition led by the Coalfield Development Corporation. The Coalition will spur job growth in 21 economically distressed, coal-impacted counties in southern West Virginia through clean energy and green economy initiatives. Products and services include developing a hub for solar power to support the transition from coal; implementing...
- This $11.9 million Project Grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration supports the Appalachian Climate Technology (ACT NOW) Coalition led by the Coalfield Development Corporation. The Coalition will spur job growth in 21 economically distressed, coal-impacted counties in southern West Virginia through creating a hub for clean energy and green economy jobs. It will support the transition from coal to solar power and implement sustainable reuse projects on...
- The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a $712,416 Project Grant under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002) to Appalachian Sustainable Development (ASD), a non-profit organization based in Duffield, Virginia. This grant, with a performance period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027, will fund ASD's efforts to strengthen sustainable agriculture, rural economic development, and community support in the Appalachian region. Key initiatives to be delivered through...
- The Kentucky Center For Agriculture And Rural Development, Inc. was awarded a $200,000 Project Grant from the US Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service under the Rural Cooperative Development Grants program (CFDA 10.771). The two-year grant will support the Center's efforts to improve economic conditions in rural Kentucky communities through September 2024. As the state's lead organization for cooperative development, the Center will use grant funding to provide technical assistance and...
COWAN COMMUNITY ACTION GROUP WILL SUPPORT LOCAL FOOD PRODUCTION AND CREATE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN COALFIELD COMMUNITIES IN EASTERN KENTUCKY. THE PROJECT WILL ESTABLISH A FUNCTIONAL COALITION TO PROMOTE THE APPLICATION OF REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE PRACTICES IN AREAS IMPACTED BY SURFACE MINING ALONGSIDE THE DEVELOPMENT AND DISTRIBUTION OF A REGIONALLY SPECIFIC SITE ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST. THIS CHECKLIST WILL BE USED TO IDENTIFY AND CHARACTERIZE FOUR PROSPECTIVE REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING SITES DETAILING THEIR ASSETS CAPABILITIES AND GAPS. THE COALITION AND SITE ASSESSMENTS WILL RESULT IN A THOROUGH CHARACTERIZATION OF THESE SITES SUPPORTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE TECHNIQUES. THE ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES INCLUDE A STRENGTHENED LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM PROVIDING INCREASED ACCESS TO FOOD FOR FARMERS AND CONSUMERS AS WELL AS NEW ECONOMIC PROSPECTS FOR PRODUCERS AND THOSE EXPERIENCING UNEMPLOYMENT WITHIN APPALACHIAN COALIMPACTED COMMUNITIES.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $100.0k | 10/19/22 |