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"POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) Initiative" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) Initiative is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) through ADECA. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Initiative - Appalachian Regional Commission Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization Initiative The Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative targets federal resources to expand economic opportunities for coal communities.
POWER projects strengthen a variety of industries, including advanced manufacturing, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and workforce development, to bolster re-employment opportunities, create jobs in existing and new industries, and attract new sources of private investment in coal communities. POWER’s Impact in Appalachia Since 2015, ARC has invested $484.
7 million in 564 projects touching 365 counties across Appalachia through the POWER Initiative. Together, these investments are projected to create or retain nearly 54,000 jobs , leverage more than $1.
8 billion in additional private investment into Appalachia’s economy, and prepare nearly 170,000 workers and students for new opportunities in high-demand industries, including advanced manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, broadband, and tourism. With ARC support, coal communities across Appalachia are strengthening their economies. Learn more about POWER investments.
Explore All POWER Stories POWER Initiative Evaluations Learn more about the results of our ongoing evaluation of the POWER Initiative, documenting successes, challenges and lessons learned from past and current grantees, as well as early impacts of the grants. An Overview of Coal and the Economy in Appalachia This report details major trends in coal employment and production in the Appalachian Region over the past two decades.
POWER Initiative Application Information Building Appalachian Businesses
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects that help Appalachian coal communities in Alabama. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 8, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
POWER (Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization) Initiative is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) through ADECA. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Alabama. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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