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Kentucky Department of Education Grants for Powell County Education

Kentucky Department of Education
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Barren County, Kentucky +29 more
Up to US $325,000
Local educational agencies, educational cooperatives, and public universities or colleges in Powell County, Kentucky can seek funding to develop technical assistance and professional learning for migrant students and families. Focused on migrant education, the Kentucky Department of Education offers up to US $325,000 per regional center to support comprehensive educational and support services.
Education Immigrant Services

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Grants for Civic Engagement

Foundation For Appalachian Kentucky Inc
Private
Bell County, Kentucky, Breathitt County, Kentucky +18 more
US $5,000 - US $20,000
Nonprofits, community groups, and civic leaders in Powell County, Kentucky can seek funding for community engagement, problem-solving, and civic entrepreneurship projects through the Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant Program. Focused on civic leadership and education, the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky offers US $5,000 - US $20,000 for creative, values-driven projects completed within 12 months.
Civic Engagement & Education Civic Leadership Development Civic Affairs

Health and Ministry Funding from Kentucky Conference

The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church
Association/Society
Bell County, Kentucky, Breathitt County, Kentucky +22 more
US $60,993 - US $91,491
Nonprofit organizations in Powell County, Kentucky can seek funding for health, education, and ministry programs serving Eastern Kentucky communities; awards range from US $60,993 - US $91,491. The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church also supports clergy healthcare and ministerial education, and non-Methodist applicants must include a supporting letter from a United Methodist church.
Christianity Health & Medicine Religious / Theological Education

Enbridge First Responder Grants in Powell County

Enbridge
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adair County, Kentucky +636 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
Emergency response organizations in Powell County, Kentucky can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to purchase safety equipment, provide professional training, or deliver safety education programs. With a mission to strengthen community safety, Enbridge supports fire departments, EMS, 9-1-1 centers, ambulance services, emergency management, and law enforcement located near its operations.
First Responders

Powell County Infrastructure Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +421 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Powell County, Kentucky seeking support for critical infrastructure or workforce and business development projects can apply through the Area Development Grant Program. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides funding for water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, and related regional development efforts.
Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Entrepreneurship +3 more

Appalachian Regional Commission Support for Powell County

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $10,000,000
Nonprofit and public entities in Powell County, Kentucky working on multi-state economic development, workforce, community revitalization, or tourism projects across Appalachia can apply for Appalachian Regional Commission’s ARISE grants, with awards up to US $10,000,000. Funding supports both planning and implementation efforts that strengthen regional economies in eligible Appalachian counties.
Community Development & Revitalization Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +1 more

Enbridge Community Grant

Enbridge
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adair County, Kentucky +636 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Enbridge Community Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in North American communities through strategic donations and sponsorships. With funding ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, the grant supports organizations focused on safety, education, environmental stewardship, and Indigenous culture. Enbridge encourages early applications, with decisions typically made within eight weeks. The grant seeks to empower local initiatives that foster community strength, vibrancy, and sustainability.
Community / Public Safety Sustainability Diversity, Equity & Inclusion +12 more

Grants to Help Build & Finance Churches: Major & Minor Funding Requests

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic Extension provides essential funding to support the construction, expansion, or renovation of churches and community facilities. This initiative aims to meet the facility needs of under-resourced Catholic dioceses across the U.S. By focusing on active projects, Catholic Extension ensures that communities can enhance their worship spaces and support local ministries, ultimately fostering a stronger church community. Funding is available for both minor and major requests, with an emphasis on urgent needs and robust funding strategies.
Catholicism

Building Foundation Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Foundation Grants by Catholic Extension aim to support essential pastoral and administrative functions in under-resourced communities. These grants provide salary subsidies and operational funding to ordained, religious, and lay ministers, ensuring access to Catholic services. Prioritizing areas with significant financial need, this initiative seeks to sustain the church's presence where it is most critical, enabling continued ministry and outreach for those who may otherwise be underserved.
Catholicism

Building Leaders Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Leaders Grants by Catholic Extension aim to enhance the recruitment, education, and ongoing formation of church leaders. This initiative provides critical funding for the professional development of both ordained and lay leaders in mission dioceses. By fostering partnerships with various organizations, it addresses the need for trained ministers and supports various funding areas, including seminarian sponsorship and diaconate formation, ensuring a robust future for church leadership.
Catholicism

Engaging Young Catholics Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Engaging Young Catholics Grants aim to support ministries that provide faith formation to children, teens, young adults, and families. By focusing on the pastoral needs of young Catholics, the program enhances community vibrancy and fosters new leadership within the church. Catholic Extension prioritizes operational support and seed funding for initiatives that develop youth and young adult ministries, ensuring that dioceses can effectively reach and engage younger generations in their faith.
Catholicism

Building Capacity Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Capacity Grants by Catholic Extension aim to enhance the financial and operational capabilities of dioceses. This initiative focuses on funding projects that promote efficiency, financial stability, and effective fiscal management, ultimately fostering a self-sustaining community. Eligible programs include fundraising development initiatives and operational assessments, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently while supporting professional development for church leadership. This grant empowers dioceses to strengthen their foundations for future growth.
Catholicism

Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives. This program supports specific elements of the church's ministerial efforts, including funding for catechetical resources, marriage and family ministries, and social outreach for vulnerable populations. By investing in these areas, Catholic Extension seeks to enhance the church's role in communities, especially following disasters.
Catholicism Family Services Homelessness Services +3 more

Catholic School Leadership Development Grant

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Catholic School Leadership Development Grant Program aims to cultivate and retain promising leaders within the Catholic school system. In partnership with Loyola Marymount University, this initiative offers a graduate-level online Certificate in Catholic School Administration, covering 80% of tuition costs and providing funding for essential travel. The one-year program focuses on mission effectiveness, operational management, and instructional leadership, requiring participants to serve two years in their diocese post-completion, thereby enhancing local educational leadership.
Education - K through 12 Catholicism Religious / Theological Education

Francis Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Francis Grants, established by Catholic Extension, offer funding for significant events in poor mission dioceses, such as the ordination of new Bishops, anniversaries, or papal visits. These grants also support educational endeavors for Bishops. Named in honor of Francis Clement Kelly, Francis Cardinal George OMI, and Pope Francis, the program aims to strengthen the Catholic faith across the U.S. Since 1905, Catholic Extension has invested over $500 million to assist communities in need.
Catholicism

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Habitat Grants in Powell County

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +113 more
US $250,000 - US $750,000
Nonprofit and conservation-focused organizations restoring forests, grasslands, or freshwater habitats in Powell County, Kentucky can apply for National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funding. Focused on habitat and ecosystem restoration, this program supports projects that enhance wildlife habitat, improve soil and water health, and increase conservation practices on working lands, with awards ranging from US $250,000 - US $750,000.
Forestry Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Freshwater Conservation +3 more

Appalachian Community Fund Support for LGBTQ Organizing

Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Up to US $2,000
Nonprofit, community-led organizations doing LGBTQ organizing and social justice work in Powell County, Kentucky can apply for grants up to Up to US $2,000 to build capacity and strengthen institutional resources. With a mission to fund grassroots social change, Appalachian Community Fund prioritizes new and emerging efforts, especially those involving LGBTQ youth in Central Appalachia.
LGBTQIA+ Services Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights

Appalachian Community Fund Grants for Powell County

Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Unspecified amount
Focused on social justice capacity-building, Appalachian Community Fund invites Powell County, Kentucky grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored groups to seek technical assistance support. Funding helps strengthen community-led efforts in Central Appalachia through leadership development, fundraising, board training, planning, financial management, legal setup, organizing, and communications skills.
Social Justice / Human Rights

Educational Foundation of America Grants for Reproductive Health

Educational Foundation of America
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +372 more
Unspecified amount
Educational and health-focused 501(c)(3) public charities, academic institutions, and government entities working on reproductive health and rights can receive support to expand access to abortion and contraception, including in Powell County, Kentucky. The Educational Foundation of America funds litigation, direct support for providers, abortion funds, and communications and advocacy efforts nationwide with emphasis on Appalachia.
Reproductive Health Reproductive Rights

Catholic Campus Ministry Funding from Newman Foundation

Newman Foundation Inc.
Private
Anderson County, Kentucky, Bath County, Kentucky +48 more
US $500 - US $1,000
Nonprofit Newman Centers, Catholic clubs, and organizations in Powell County, Kentucky can receive US $500 - US $1,000 for projects that promote worship, fellowship, or service among college students. Newman Foundation supports Catholic youth and campus ministry initiatives across Kentucky that advance spiritual, intellectual, and personal development through the Newman Apostolate.
Catholicism Religious / Theological Education Youth Development & Leadership

Kentucky Department Grants for Powell County Development

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +52 more
Unspecified amount
Local governments, special districts, and nonprofit entities in Powell County, Kentucky can apply for Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Appalachian Regional Commission funding to support economic and community development projects. Eligible uses include public infrastructure, broadband and telecommunications, workforce and education initiatives, business development, and leadership or civic capacity building in eastern and southcentral Kentucky counties.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Community Development & Revitalization Public Infrastructure +2 more

Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative

Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $2,500,000
The Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative aims to revitalize communities impacted by coal industry transitions. This initiative provides funding for projects that diversify local economies, enhance job training, and create new employment opportunities. By fostering collaboration among various stakeholders, the POWER Initiative supports strategic investments that align with regional economic development plans, ensuring a more resilient future for coal-affected areas.
Economic Services & Development Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Job Creation +1 more

Steele-Reese Foundation Education Grants in Kentucky

Steele-Reese Foundation
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Bath County, Kentucky +52 more
US $5,000 - US $50,000
Focused on rural education, the Steele-Reese Foundation invites Powell County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, libraries, and other eligible public entities to apply for US $5,000 - US $50,000 to improve K–12 learning outcomes. Funding may support literacy, early learning, school libraries, out-of-school programs, and select capital improvements in Appalachian counties.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning Education - K through 12 Library Services

Powell County Storytelling Funding via Mid Atlantic Arts

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +255 more
US $5,000
Individual Black Appalachian oral storytellers connected to Powell County, Kentucky, can receive US $5,000 fellowships to sustain and share Black storytelling traditions. Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation honors Fellows at the “In the Tradition…” National Black Storytelling Festival and Conference as part of its Central Appalachia Living Traditions program.
Black American Culture & Heritage

South Arts Support for Appalachian Folk Arts

South Arts, Inc.
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alexander County, North Carolina +133 more
US $30,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Powell County, Kentucky and other eligible Central Appalachian counties can apply for South Arts’ In These Mountains Infrastructure Grants, awarding US $30,000 for non-programming needs. Funding can cover professional development, minor equipment or software, travel, marketing, strategic planning, and similar infrastructure that sustains folk and traditional arts, including music, handcrafts, and foodways.
Art & Culture Folk Art / Traditional Art Music

Water Infrastructure Grants for Kentucky Communities via DLG

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
US $300,000 - US $3,000,000
Local governments in Powell County, Kentucky can seek funding to develop or improve water and wastewater systems through the Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities program, with awards from US $300,000 - US $3,000,000. Focused on sanitation and clean drinking water, projects must meet CDBG community development objectives.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Water Resource Management

Affordable Housing Grants for Kentucky Communities via DLG

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Focused on equitable and affordable housing, the Housing Program invites Kentucky local governments, including those in Powell County, to seek Community Development Block Grant funding for safe, decent, and sanitary housing projects. Administered by the Kentucky Department for Local Government, awards up to US $1,000,000 must meet HUD community development objectives benefiting residents.
Equitable & Affordable Housing

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Kentucky

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Kentucky?

Grants are most commonly $109,567.

$109,567

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Powell County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Kentucky awarded a total of 22,947 grants.

2022 21,785

2023 21,128

2024 22,947

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Powell County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Kentucky, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Powell County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by -8.86%.

2022 $1,911,078,212

2023 $2,749,886,359
43.89%

2024 $2,506,220,272
-8.86%

Kentucky Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Jefferson County, Kenton County, and Fayette County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Jefferson County $2,891,811,659
Kenton County $622,235,633
Fayette County $177,080,873
Madison County $78,275,790
Whitley County $69,351,226

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