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Letters of intent due May 12, 2026. Full application details in the Notice of Solicitation of Applications (NOSA) document referenced in the article.
Appalachian Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission. The INSPIRE Initiative provides funding to assist individuals in the Appalachian region in moving from substance use disorder treatment to recovery to employment, with a focus on support services that enable and support successful entry or re-entry into the workforce.
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ARC Seeks Applicants for Projects Supporting Appalachians in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder - Appalachian Regional Commission ARC Seeks Applicants for Projects Supporting Appalachians in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder Letters of intent are due May 12, 2026, for funding through ARC’s INSPIRE Initiative, which seeks to help Appalachians in recovery enter and reenter the workforce. Washington, D. C.
, April 21, 2026 —Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) issued a notice of solicitation of applications (NOSA) for its Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative. INSPIRE supports projects that create or expand recovery ecosystems that help individuals in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) enter or reenter the workforce. Since April 2021, ARC’s INSPIRE Initiative has invested $65.
7 million in 200 projects that have impacted 380 counties across all 13 Appalachian states. These investments have secured an additional $48. 1 million in matching project funds and are projected to improve nearly 4,000 businesses and help prepare over 18,100 individuals for new job opportunities.
“At ARC, we know substance use disorder is a community issue that demands a community solution,” said ARC Federal Co-Chair Gayle Manchin . “By creating support systems for Appalachians in recovery, INSPIRE grantees facilitate partnerships across the recovery ecosystem that provide workforce training opportunities, which not only support them obtaining jobs and careers, but also provide hope and a sense of purpose to their lives.
Together this strengthens and grows the workforce across our region. ” Successful INSPIRE projects focus on the creation and expansion of services in the recovery-to-work ecosystem, including skills and workforce training programs, mentoring, peer support, and other wraparound services tailored to individuals in recovery.
INSPIRE projects can also build partnerships and coordination among recovery services and providers, establish or expand recovery-ready workplace models , as well as integrate local economic development plans with existing state and regional recovery-to-work activities.
“Mississippi and the Appalachian Region are strongest when every citizen has the opportunity to contribute and succeed,” said ARC 2026 States’ Co-Chair, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves . “Through ARC’s INSPIRE Initiative, we are building partnerships to connect individuals with the skills, training and support they need to secure employment.
By strengthening workforce development ecosystems, we are expanding our workforce to drive economic development across our communities. ” Key dates for the fiscal year 2026 INSPIRE application process include: April 23, 2026: Pre-application webinar recording April 29, 2026: NOSA Q&A session – Register now!
By May 5, 2026: Register for Pathways , ARC’s grant management system, to ensure access to the application portal May 12, 2026: Required letters of intent (LOI) due June 15, 2026: Grant applications due Fall 2026: Awards announced Learn more about ARC’s INSPIRE Initiative, the 2026 NOSA and how to apply .
The Appalachian Regional Commission is an economic development entity of the federal government and 13 state governments focusing on 423 counties across the Appalachian Region. ARC’s mission is to invest and partner to strengthen economic development in Appalachia to help the region reach its full economic potential.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Available in specific counties in 13 Appalachian states. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was June 15, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Appalachian Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.