Grant Administration Manual for ARC Non-Construction Grants

This manual provides guidance on post-award administration of ARC non-construction projects from approval to closeout.

Financial Statement Audits

The Accountability of Tax Dollars Act of 2002 requires the Inspector General to perform an independent audit of the Commission’s annual financial statement. The Inspector General is required to render an opinion on whether the Commission’s financial statement is presented fairly in all material aspects; report on internal control; and…

Christy Johnson

Poverty Rates in Appalachia, 2012–2016

This map shows the poverty rate in each of the ARC counties.

• Poverty

Assessing the Landscape of Local Food in Appalachia

This report examines the burgeoning local food movement in the Appalachian Region, describes best practices, and analyzes gaps and opportunities for expanding this sector of the economy.

• Asset-Based Development
• Entrepreneurship and Business Development

• Research Report

• Asset-Based Development
• Business and Entrepreneurship

SOAR’s POWER Grant Kickoff

January 20, 2022, 4:00 AM - January 20, 2022, 7:00 AM

Join SOAR and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) on January 20, 2022 for a FREE informational session in preparation for the upcoming POWER Grant cycle. Topics will include: 7 simple steps to getting your POWER Grant fundedPOWER Grant best practicesAdministration, finance, and reportingThe application process and timeline…

• Webinar
• Workshop

Legislative Update: President Trump Approves FY 2019 Energy and Water Appropriations Act, Including $165 Million for ARC

$165 million for ARC is included in the Fiscal Year 2019 Energy and Water Appropriations Act which was signed into law by President Trump on September 21, 2018. This is the largest appropriation for ARC's nonhighway work in the agency's history.

West Virginia

West Virginia FY 2022 Investments

• Fact Sheet

• ARC Investments

Basic Agency Grant Management

Grants and Contracts -> Grant Resources -> Basic Agency Grant Management…

Mary Moran

Program Analyst.

Carter, Johnson, Tennessee

A.C.T.I.O.N. Coalition Inc.: Growing Achievable Pathways to Employment in Johnson County

Nestled in Northeast Tennessee, Johnson and Carter counties have strengths and challenges similar to many other Appalachian communities. Their location offers rich culture and easy access to outdoor adventures in “mountain and lake country.” However, the mountainous geography has also resulted in limited access to transportation, housing, and other critical…

• Health
• INSPIRE
• Substance Use Disorder
• Training and Opportunities

Population Change in Appalachia, 2000–2009

This map shows the population change in Appalachian counties from 2000 to 2009 as a percentage of the 2000 population.

• Population

New York

New York Industrial Snapshot

• Infographic

• Industry and Economy

South Carolina – ARC Funding Opportunities Informational Session

July 25, 2024, 10:00 AM - July 25, 2024, 11:00 AM

Hosted by Main Street South Carolina and featuring Appalachian Regional Commission staff, this virtual session covers a variety of topics related to ARC funding opportunities, including determining eligibility and tips for application success. Time & Date 2-3 p.m. ET, July 25, 2024 (virtual) Presenters Sara Schaefer, South Carolina ARC…

Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Hosts 160 Appalachian College and University Students at Community Research Symposium 

Beginning today, students from 16 colleges and universities in 10 Appalachian states will share capstone research at the 22nd annual Appalachian Teaching Project symposium.  WASHINGTON, D.C., December 2, 2022 — The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is hosting 160 students from 16 Appalachian colleges and universities for the 22nd annual Appalachian Teaching Project…