Our Impact

Defining Central Appalachia

We fund organizations working for social change in Central Appalachia. To be eligible for funding, organizations must conduct work in Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, or West Virginia in a county designated by the Appalachian Regional Commission’s map.

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Impact Map of Grantmaking

For each year of funding, you will find a map that lists all of the grantees that received general funding and technical assistance grants from us, and you can also track what issues were addressed by each grant.

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Impact Footprint

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Grantees

Since 1987, we have granted close to $7 million dollars to more than 300 grassroots organizations working for social change in Central Appalachia.

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Programs

Our programs are designed to advance important social justice initiatives and recognize members of our communities who have made significant contributions.

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Partnerships

We have partnered with numerous organizations throughout our region to amplify our impact and grow movements for social change across Central Appalachia.

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