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
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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
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
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
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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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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 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
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
Community Facility Grants for Kentucky Localities via Kentucky Department for Local Government
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $850,000
Cities and counties in Kentucky (excluding specified entitlement communities) can apply for Kentucky Department for Local Government Community Development Block Grant Community Projects funding to develop human service facilities such as senior centers, crisis centers, and fire stations. With a mission to support community development, this program offers up to US $850,000 per community for projects benefiting low- and moderate-income residents, including those in Powell County.
Basic Human Needs
Senior Services
Crisis Intervention
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Kentucky Department Local Government Economic Development Grants
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Local governments in Powell County, Kentucky can access funding from the Kentucky Department for Local Government’s CDBG Economic Development program to support projects that create or retain jobs and benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Grants up to US $1,000,000 per community may fund business-related activities or other eligible community development efforts.
Economic Services & Development
Human & Social Services
Job Creation
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
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
Kentucky Department for Local Government Recovery Grants in Powell County
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $200,000
Existing Recovery Kentucky substance abuse centers providing homelessness, crisis intervention, or supportive housing services in Powell County, Kentucky can seek operational funding through the Community Development Block Grant Public Services program. Kentucky Department for Local Government administers awards up to US $200,000 to support centers serving low- and moderate-income individuals and urgent community development needs.
Crisis Intervention
Homelessness Services
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders
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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
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
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