Federal Grant Award Summary

Berea College received a $606,880 Project Grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. This organizational capacity-building award supports Berea College's efforts to strengthen institutional leadership and operational capabilities to advance community and economic development initiatives in the Appalachian region. The funding aligns with ARC's strategic objective to build the capacity and skills of current and next-generation leaders and organizations to innovate, collaborate, and advance sustainable economic development across Appalachia.

The award reflects ARC's investment in institutional infrastructure that enables organizations to better execute regional development priorities. As a tax-exempt private liberal arts college with a mission to serve low-income and Appalachian students through tuition-free education, Berea College's organizational capacity work supports its broader portfolio of federally-funded research and workforce-development initiatives, including STEM and artificial intelligence education programs, student support services, and regional economic development projects. No sub-awardee relationships have been identified in connection with this grant.