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ActiveAppalachian Regional Commission (ARC) · 2026

Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant

Quick Facts

Agency: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
Funding: Up to $500,000 for Planning Grants, up to $10 million for Implementation Grants
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Projects must be multi-state collaborative economic development projects within the Appalachian region. Applicants need to coordinate with their state program manager.

About This Grant

Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). ARISE is a new ARC initiative to drive large-scale, regional economic transformation through multi-state collaborative economic development projects across Appalachia. It aims to strengthen Appalachian business and industry and grow new opportunities.

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ARISE Initiative - Appalachian Regional Commission ARC Seeking Applicants for Projects to Transform Economies Across Multiple Appalachian States Pre-applications are due December 5, 2025, for funding through ARC’s ARISE Initiative.

Washington, DC, September 9, 2025—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) issued a notice of solicitation of applications (NOSA) for its Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE). ARISE… ARC Awards $14.

5 Million to Expand Workforce Training and Capacity Building in Eight Appalachian States Five new Appalachian Regional Commission ARISE awards, funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will bolster workforce development and capacity across eight states. Washington, D. C.

, December 3, 2024 – Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $14. 5 million to five collaborative, multi-state projects that will… ARC Awards $33.

5 Million to Accelerate Economic Growth Across 13 Appalachian States; Project Funding Supports Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity Job Training and Industry Expansion Funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, ARC’s largest ARISE award package to date supports 12 multi-state, collaborative projects seeking to transform the regional economy. Washington, D. C.

, October 29, 2024 – Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $33. 5 million to 12 collaborative, multi-state projects… Biden-Harris Administration Through ARC Awards $16. 9 Million to Grow Appalachia’s Infrastructure, Businesses, Workforce and Tourism Across 10 States Five new Appalachian Regional Commission ARISE grants drive multi-state collaboration to transform the regional economy.

Chattanooga, Tenn. , September 5, 2024—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) announced $16. 9 million in funding for five collaborative projects to expand the region’s infrastructure, tourism, business development and workforce opportunities.

Funded through ARC’s… Biden-Harris Administration Awards $1. 5 Million to Expand Outdoor Tourism and Sustainable Aviation through the ARC Four new multi-state ARISE grants spur economic development in eight Appalachian states. WASHINGTON, D.

C. , July 11, 2024—Today, as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $1.

5 million to fund four projects that will bring together over 40 regional partner organizations to… ARC Awards $17 Million to Multi-state Workforce and Tourism Development Projects Two new ARISE grants promote multi-state solutions to outdoor recreation tourism and behavioral healthcare challenges across Appalachian Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. WASHINGTON, D. C.

, April 4, 2024—Today the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded two new grants totaling $17 million to boost outdoor recreation tourism and strengthen the… ARC Awards Nearly $1. 7 Million to Multi-state Economic Development Projects in Northern and Central Appalachia Four new ARISE grants promote multi-state solutions to transit, tourism, downtown revitalization and local investment challenges in Appalachia.

WASHINGTON, D. C. , February 29, 2024—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded four new grants totaling nearly $1.

7 million to boost transportation, downtown revitalization, tourism and local access to capital through… Biden-Harris Administration through ARC Awards $20M to Accelerate Green Textile Manufacturing, Green Energy Technology in Southern and Central Appalachia Funding will help revitalize the textile manufacturing industry and remove barriers to deploying smart grid technologies across six Appalachian states. WASHINGTON, D. C.

, October 11, 2023—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $20 million for two new projects that will bolster green “upcycling” textile manufacturing and smart grid technologies… ARC Awards $14. 5M+ to Grow Manufacturing in Northern and Central Appalachia Two new ARISE grants strengthen manufacturing and energy production and prepare youth for in-demand jobs across five states. WASHINGTON, D.

C. , October 10, 2023—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded two new grants totaling over $14.

5 million to boost energy manufacturing and workforce development through its Appalachian Regional Initiative… ARC Awards Nearly $417,000 to Empower Student Innovation in West Virginia, Kentucky and Pennsylvania The new ARISE planning grant will create a roadmap to help students innovate in their communities and prepare for in-demand careers across three states. WASHINGTON, D. C.

, July 13, 2023—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a $416,959 Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) planning grant… ARC Awards $5.

2+ Million to Create Workforce and Business Opportunities Across Seven Appalachian States Two new ARISE grants will help prepare youth in West Virginia and Mississippi for careers in healthcare and manufacturing, and develop a plan to grow forest farming businesses across Central Appalachia. WASHINGTON, D. C.

, June 29, 2023—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded two new grants totaling over… ARC Awards $6.

3 Million to Bolster Broadband Access Across 50 Communities in Every Appalachian Subregion The first-ever grant funded through ARC’s new Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE), led by Connect Humanity, will provide support to under-connected communities throughout Appalachia, better positioning them to grow broadband economic opportunities. WASHINGTON, D. C.

, January 11, 2023—Today, ARC awarded $6. 3 million through its new… ARC Launches $73. 5 Million Grant Initiative in FY22 to Spur Multistate Collaboration to Transform Appalachia’s Economy Through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law WASHINGTON, D.

C. , August 23, 2022—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) launched Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE), a new initiative to drive large-scale, regional economic transformation through multi-state collaborative projects across Appalachia. Using the funding provided by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the…

Eligibility Requirements

Projects must be multi-state collaborative economic development projects within the Appalachian region. Applicants need to coordinate with their state program manager.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects must be multi-state collaborative economic development projects within the Appalachian region. Applicants need to coordinate with their state program manager. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant offer?

The current listing shows up to $500,000 for Planning Grants, up to $10 million for Implementation Grants. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant?

Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Grant?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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