Entrepreneurial Appalachia: Case Studies in Evolving Economic Sectors

This report summarizes entrepreneurial opportunities in the energy, health, manufacturing and local food sectors, and examines innovative projects that demonstrate multiple benefits to Appalachian communities.

• Entrepreneurship and Business Development

• Research Report

• Business and Entrepreneurship

North Carolina

North Carolina FY 2021 Investments

• Fact Sheet

• ARC Investments

North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper

Governor Roy Cooper was sworn in as North Carolina’s 75th Governor in January 2017 with three decades in public service protecting families, keeping communities safe, and working to create jobs and improve schools. As the son of a school teacher, education and workforce development are among his top priorities. With…

HBCU Summer Internship Program

ARC is seeking students from the Appalachian Region’s 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to apply for an exciting summer internship opportunity! Learn more below and email hr@arc.gov to submit your application. Internship Details When: June-July 2023 Where: Washington, D.C. Accommodations: Participants will be housed at American University. Outcomes:…

High School Completion Rates in Appalachia, 2010–2014

This map shows the high school completion rate of persons ages 25 and over in each of the ARC counties.

• Education

POWER 2024 Pre-Application Workshop

February 15, 2024, 10:00 AM - February 15, 2024, 11:00 AM

Join the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for a virtual workshop to learn more about ARC’s Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative. Sessions will provide applicants the opportunity to better understand the POWER Initiative and…

• Coal-Impacted Communities

• Webinar
• Workshop

• Economic Development

Entire Region

State of Maryland to Co-Host the Appalachian Regional Commission Annual Conference, October 17-19, 2022 

Governors and Special Guest Cal Ripken Jr. to Highlight Collaboration Across State Lines  WASHINGTON, DC, August 2, 2022—The State of Maryland will co-host the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)’s Annual Conference in Flintstone, Maryland at the Rocky Gap Resort, October 17-19, 2022. The official theme of this year’s conference is “…

Demographic Diversity and Economic Change in Appalachia

This report provides a picture of demographic diversity and economic change in Appalachia from 1980 through 1996.

• Research Report

• Socioeconomic Analysis

Standard Forms for Construction Applications

These forms are part of a grant application for a construction project. Note that a construction project requires another federal or state basic agency with which ARC has a memorandum of understanding to administer the ARC grant funds. Prior to filling out any of these forms, please speak with…

North Carolina, Wilkes

Wilkes Recovery Revolution: Supporting Fresh Starts in North Carolina

Since 2016, Wilkes Recovery Revolution, Inc. (WRR) has worked to make recovery a reality in North Carolina. WRR was founded by Devin Lyall,  whose own experience in long-term recovery helps inform the nonprofit’s services, peer-driven structure and leadership – including a board of directors made up of over 50% individuals in recovery. WRR’s partnership with ARC began in 2019, when Lyall began…

• Substance Use Disorder

150 Appalachian Students Participate in Appalachian Teaching Project Conference in Washington, D.C.

Supported by ARC and organized by ETSU's Center for Appalachian Studies and Services, ATP helps student participants cultivate leadership and public policy skills and strengthen their research skills. For 2016, students' ATP research reflects key themes in ARC’s strategic investment plan, including natural and cultural asset development, downtown revitalization, leadership…

Local Development Districts

Local Development Districts (LDDs) — also known as local Council of Governments, Regional Planning and Development Commissions, or Area Development Districts—are multi-county planning organizations facilitating community-based, regionally driven, economic development.

Mini SOAR Summit

March 07, 2022, 12:00 AM - March 08, 2022, 12:00 AM

The first-ever Mini SOAR Summit, presented by Kentucky Power, is coming to Ashland, KY, on March 7-8, 2022! Join us for breakout sessions, keynote speakers, and interactive discussions focusing on tourism and downtown revitalization. To stay up-to-date on SOAR events, click the link below to…

• Conference
• Workshop

Economic Overview of Appalachia 2011

Overview of economic factors in Appalachia, including income, employment change, and per capita federal spending.

• Research Report

• Socioeconomic Analysis

Alabama

Alabama FY 2022 Investments

• Fact Sheet

• ARC Investments