POWER Initiative Application Information

The Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative targets federal resources to expand economic opportunities for coal communities by creating high-quality, in-demand jobs, attracting new sources of private investment, and providing comprehensive workforce services and skills training.

NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF APPLICATIONS

Applications Closed

This NOSA gives an overview of the ARC’s POWER Initiative, and the requirements needed to complete a grant application for this round of funding. Letters of intent were due September 12, 2025 (required before the application deadline of October 22, 2025).

Letter of Intent

Required Letters of Intent

A letter of intent (LOI) to apply is required to submit a POWER application. The LOI deadline was 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, September 12, 2025.

Webinar

Pre-Application Webinar

ARC hosted a pre-application webinar on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. to help prospective grantees learn more about ARC, the POWER Initiative, requirements, and qualities of a well-rounded application.

POWER APPLICATION PORTAL

Submit Your Final Application Here

Final applications were due to our online application portal by 5:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Contact Us

Have a question about the POWER Initiative? Email us at power@arc.gov.