ARC funds water, sewer, and other basic infrastructure projects to support economic activity. If an infrastructure project will serve only residential customers, the project must be located in an ARC-designated distressed county, with some exceptions allowed for at-risk and transitional counties. The Residential Infrastructure Grants Guidance document details when ARC can award…

Every ARC grant, subgrant, and cooperative agreement must comply with governmentwide grant regulations at Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 200 (“2 CFR Part 200”).  OMB Grant Regulations…

Most ARC grants require cost share or match funding. Applicants should submit proof of committed match as part of the grant application.

This template is used to create budge narrative document.

Use this checklist while compiling application materials for construction applications.

Use this template to draft the Executive Summary for ARC Applications.

Use this checklist while compiling application materials for non-construction applications.

This manual provides guidance on post-award administration of ARC non-construction projects from approval to closeout.

All ARC projects must have documented output and outcome performance measures. Estimated measures are included in project applications and actual measures are reported in the project closeout reports. This guide lists and defines the performance measures that may be used for ARC projects. Guide to ARC…

The guidelines set forth the criteria for approval of ARC projects reflecting the requirements of the Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965 (ARDA), as amended, the ARC Code, and the provisions of the ARC Strategic Plan.

Guidelines and information about ARC Business Development RLF Grants. Revised 2020.