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WORC Round 5 Potential Applicant Webinar

The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Initiative enables impacted communities to propose projects that demonstrate the alignment of regionally driven, comprehensive approaches to addressing economic distress and the necessary workforce development activities to ensure a workforce capable of succeeding in current and future job opportunities. This webinar is…
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Overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy’s Rural or Remote Areas Program

In this webinar, participants will learn about funding opportunities for energy projects under $5 million available from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for rural communities, like those in the Appalachian Region. This new funding opportunity has no match requirement. Please register to join the Appalachian Regional Commission and…
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Opportunity Appalachia Investor Convening

Opportunity Appalachia brings new investment to underserved Central Appalachian communities, creating new jobs and businesses that support sustainable growth. Our portfolio of high impact projects provides both robust social return as well as an attractive financial return.  The Investor Convening will feature 33 Opportunity Appalachia projects seeking…
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Stop 4: Building Appalachia’s Infrastructure

ARC is hitting the road to further showcase the five goals of our 2022-2026 strategic plan, Appalachia Envisioned. At Stop #4, we’ll focus on building Appalachia’s infrastructure. This event will feature governors, economic development leaders, and community members from …
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ARC Broadband Bootcamp

Many local leaders across Appalachia have had significant broadband work added to their plates recently. If it feels like you have been asked to become a broadband expert overnight — we’re here to help. Understanding the vast array of broadband funding opportunities available, and knowing how to navigate the partnerships…
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Appalachian Gathering for Recovery Solutions – Second Edition

In-person and virtual options available! The Appalachian Gathering for Recovery Solutions – second edition seeks to provide opportunities for in-person communication and networking by bringing representatives from all recovery programs and resources in Eastern Kentucky together for a free one-day gathering on March 9, 2023, at the Union College campus…
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POWER 2023 Pre-Application Workshop (Virtual)

Join the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for a virtual workshop to learn more about ARC’s POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) Initiative. Sessions will provide applicants the opportunity to better understand the POWER Initiative and what makes a well-rounded application, hear an overview of the key…
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INSPIRE 2023 Pre-Application Workshop (Virtual)

Join the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for a virtual workshop to learn more about ARC’s Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative. Sessions will provide applicants the opportunity to better understand the INSPIRE Initiative and what makes a well-rounded application, hear an overview of the key points in…
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INSPIRE Grant Writing Workshop

The Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative provides funding to address the substance use disorder crisis across Appalachia by creating or expanding a recovery ecosystem that will lead to workforce entry or re-entry. If your organization is new to federal grant writing, you are writing an INSPIRE…
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Designing Successful Multistate Projects: Lessons from the Field

Interested in learning more about best practices in development and implementation of regional multistate partnerships under ARC’s ARISE Initiative? Join this webinar to hear about critical success factors from other multistate partnerships both within and outside of the Appalachian Region. The American Institutes for Research (AIR) will present a…
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Virtual Event: Obsolete & Unsafe Low-Head Dams of Appalachia

The Pew Charitable Trusts and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) are bringing together state regulators responsible for dam safety and removal, and economic development professionals for a workshop to discuss best practices from Pennsylvania’s nation-leading dam removal programs and to share ideas across participating states for how to remove…
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Looking Forward: ARPA in Appalachia

Gain valuable insight on how the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) is poised to add jobs and attract additional investment in a multi-county area in TN. Learn about how a NC local development district is working with their communities to maximize the impact of…
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ARISE Pre-Application Workshop

Join us to learn more about ARC’s newest grant initiative – Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)! ARC staff will provide information about the RFP, showcase successful project examples, and answer your questions. Register Here…
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Stop 3: Building Appalachian Businesses

ARC is hitting the road to further showcase the five goals of our 2022-2026 strategic plan – Appalachia Envisioned – and stop #3 on the roadshow will focus on building Appalachian businesses. This event will feature governors, business development leaders, and community members from …
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Let’s Talk Tourism

Join the Appalachian Leadership Institute (ALI) for “Let’s Talk Tourism: A Conversation with Appalachian Leaders,” a Facebook Live discussion featuring current fellows and alumni working to build and advance tourism in Appalachian…
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