State administrative grant

The Appalachian Regional Commission awarded the Department of State New York $319,511 on October 1, 2025, under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002). The award is designated as a State Administrative Grant, a Project Grant assistance type, with a period of performance through September 30, 2026, and place of performance in New York.

The Appalachian Area Development program supports regional economic competitiveness by building capacity for self-sustaining economic development, with particular attention to the Region's most distressed counties and areas. Program goals include strengthening entrepreneurial and business development strategies; increasing education, knowledge, skills, and health outcomes; investing in critical infrastructure including broadband and transportation; leveraging natural and cultural heritage assets; and building leadership capacity and organizational skills for community and economic development innovation and collaboration. All funded activities must advance ARC's strategic plan and conform to the State Strategy Statement submitted annually.