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Find similar grantsPOWER Grant is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The POWER Grant supports projects that benefit coal-impacted communities and workers, and has previously funded advanced manufacturing initiatives, including those in material science. Projects must benefit coal-impacted communities and workers in the Appalachian Region.
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POWER Initiative Application Information - Appalachian Regional Commission POWER Initiative Application Information The Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative targets federal resources to expand economic opportunities for coal communities by creating high-quality, in-demand jobs, attracting new sources of private investment, and providing comprehensive workforce services and skills training.
This NOSA gives an overview of the ARC’s POWER Initiative, and the requirements for completing a grant application for FY26 funding. Required letters of intent (LOIs) were due May 22, 2026, and full applications are were July 8, 2026. Watch this pre-application webinar recording to help you learn more about ARC, the POWER Initiative, project proposal requirements, and qualities of a well-rounded application.
State Program Manager Contacts ARC Project Performance Measures Research and Data Resources County-Level Coal Employment and Production Data An Economic Analysis of the Appalachian Coal Industry Ecosystem Private-Sector Employment in Appalachia Have a question about the POWER Initiative? Email us at power@arc. gov .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects must benefit coal-impacted communities and workers in the Appalachian Region. Past awards have supported advanced manufacturing in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and West Virginia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified (In 2024, ARC awarded over $5 million for advanced manufacturing projects, and $50,000 for a tannery industry study). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
POWER Grant is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Ohio. Check the official notice for exact location requirements.
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