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Find similar grantsAppalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Area Development Program is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (via state governments). Invests in projects aligning with strategic investment priorities such as workforce ecosystems, tourism, community infrastructure, and building businesses in the Appalachian region. Applications are made through the ARC State Program Manager.
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Area Development Program - Appalachian Regional Commission ARC’s Area Development program relies on a flexible “bottom up” approach to economic development, empowering Appalachian communities to work with their state governments to design impactful investment opportunities supporting our mission and investment priorities .
All ARC Area Development grant proposals originate at the state level in consultation with the ARC state program manager . Managing Construction Projects ARC’s investments in roads, buildings, water systems, broadband networks and other brick-and-mortar projects are administered by a designated Basic Agency, a federal or state public agency experienced at managing federal construction grants.
Basic Agencies oversee environmental reviews, construction progress, grant payments and reimbursements, and all federal, state and local compliance issues. ARC’s Basic Agency Partners Managing Non-Construction Projects ARC’s non-construction investments in workforce training, food systems, asset development and other human capital initiatives are mostly managed directly by ARC staff.
Successful grant applications will be assigned to an appropriate ARC subject matter expert who will monitor progress and facilitate payments. Access to Capital Projects Access to Capital projects help local organizations deploy capital investment and financing for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines.
Broadband projects help address unmet needs and create connections to help Appalachian communities thrive. Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines. Local Access Road Projects Local Access Road projects offer flexible funding to connect communities to regional transportation networks.
Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines. If you’re interested in applying for an Area Development grant, check out these resources. If you’ve already received an Area Development award, use these resources to manage your grant.
ARC’s Investment Priorities for Appalachia State Plans and Strategies Match Requirements for ARC Grants
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State and local agencies and governmental entities, local governing boards, and nonprofit organizations within the 13-state Appalachian region. Most grants require a match. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies depending on availability (e.g., ARC received $73.4 million in FY 2024). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 25, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Area Development Program is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (via state governments). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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