Appalachian Regional Commission Development Grants in Knox
Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +421 more
Unspecified amount
State and local agencies, local governing boards, nonprofit organizations, tribes, and higher education institutions in Knox County, Kentucky can seek funding for critical infrastructure and business and workforce development projects. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides support for water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, education, and leadership initiatives.
Economic Services & Development
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Entrepreneurship
+3 more
ARISE Grants
Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $10,000,000
The ARISE Grants, offered by the Appalachian Regional Commission, aim to drive regional economic transformation across 13 Appalachian states. With funding of up to $63.5 million for implementation grants and $10 million maximum awards, the initiative supports collaborative projects that enhance community capacity and economic growth. The program encourages innovative partnerships to strengthen local economies and achieve socioeconomic parity, benefiting over 26 million residents in the Appalachian Region.
Community Development & Revitalization
Economic Services & Development
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
+1 more
CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +255 more
US $5,000
The CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship, supported by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, celebrates and preserves the rich traditions of Black Appalachian storytelling. This fellowship honors those who embody the history and culture of African Americans in the region. Each year, fellows are recognized at the National Black Storytelling Festival and Conference, receiving awards crafted by Dr. Dena Jennings. The program fosters a deeper understanding of these traditions and invites fellows to share their stories at future events.
Black American Culture & Heritage
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
Reproductive Health & Justice Grant Program
Educational Foundation of America
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +372 more
Unspecified amount
The Educational Foundation of America (EFA) supports the Reproductive Health & Justice Grant Program to enhance access to abortion and contraception throughout the U.S., particularly in Appalachia, Alabama, and Florida. EFA funds innovative organizations that advocate for reproductive rights, provide direct support to abortion services, and leverage impact investing strategies. This commitment aims to ensure reproductive freedom, foster equity, and promote sustainability in underserved communities.
Reproductive Health
Reproductive Rights
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Support for Habitat Conservation
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +113 more
US $250,000 - US $750,000
Nonprofits and conservation partners in eligible Cumberland Plateau counties, including Knox County, Kentucky, can seek funding to restore forests, grasslands, and freshwater habitats and improve working lands. Focused on habitat and ecosystem restoration, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation supports projects that enhance wildlife, soil health, water quality and quantity, and carbon sequestration, with awards from US $250,000 - US $750,000.
Forestry
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Freshwater Conservation
+3 more
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
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
Affordable Housing Grants for Communities 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 $1,000,000
Local government entities in Knox County, Kentucky seeking to develop decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing can apply for up to US $1,000,000 through the Housing Program. Focused on equitable and affordable housing, the Kentucky Department for Local Government’s CDBG funds support projects that revitalize neighborhoods and expand housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents.
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation Grants for Knox County Justice
Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Tennessee, Arkansas +76 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations serving Knox County, Kentucky and working to move people and places out of poverty through power-building, racial equity, and social and economic justice initiatives can apply for Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation support. Eligible groups are accountable to low-wealth communities, demonstrate clear strategies, and engage in long-term, networked systems-change efforts across the South.
Poverty Alleviation & Services
Civic Engagement & Education
Economic Services & Development
+1 more
Water Infrastructure Grants for Kentucky Communities via Department for Local Government
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 Knox County, Kentucky seeking to develop or improve water and wastewater systems can apply for Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities funding; awards range from US $300,000 - US $3,000,000. Grants from Kentucky Department for Local Government help communities expand clean drinking water access and related infrastructure benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
Water Resource Management
Appalachian Community Fund Capacity Grants in Knox
Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Unspecified amount
Grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups in Knox County, Kentucky can apply for Appalachian Community Fund’s technical assistance grants to build organizational capacity and skills. Funding supports training and consulting in areas like leadership development, fundraising, planning, financial management, legal issues, community organizing, and communications for social, economic, racial, and environmental justice work in Central Appalachia.
Social Justice / Human Rights
Knox County LGBTQ Organizing Funding via Appalachian Community Fund
Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Up to US $2,000
501(c)(3) nonprofits and fiscally sponsored, community-led groups in Knox County, Kentucky can apply for Appalachian Community Fund’s LGBTQ Fund Grant Program; awards up to US $2,000 for grassroots LGBTQ organizing, capacity building, and organizational development. Efforts addressing systemic injustice and new or emerging LGBTQ youth initiatives are especially encouraged.
LGBTQIA+ Services
Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights
Kentucky Department for Local Government Support for Recovery Services
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 in Knox County, Kentucky can receive operational funding to support public services for people facing addiction, homelessness, or housing instability. The Kentucky Department for Local Government provides Community Development Block Grant Public Services awards up to US $200,000 for centers serving low- and moderate-income individuals and other urgent community development needs.
Crisis Intervention
Homelessness Services
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders
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Health and Human Services Funding from Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Private
Bell County, Kentucky, Breathitt County, Kentucky +15 more
Up to US $5,000
Nonprofit organizations in Knox County, Kentucky can seek funding for projects that improve the health and quality of life of women and children through education, health, human services, and other civic initiatives. Grants from Appalachian Regional Healthcare help support measurable, collaborative programs within its Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia service region, with awards up to US $5,000.
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid
Community Health Education
Human & Social Services
+2 more
Kentucky Department for Local Government Economic Development Grants in Knox County
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 Knox County, Kentucky can seek Community Development Block Grant economic development funding to create or retain jobs and support services for low- and moderate-income residents. Grants from the Kentucky Department for Local Government, funded by HUD, provide up to US $1,000,000 per community for traditional and non-traditional eligible activities.
Economic Services & Development
Human & Social Services
Job Creation
Community Program Funding from LG&E and KU Foundation
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations in Knox County, Kentucky can apply for LG&E and KU Foundation’s community grants to support economic development, education, environment, and diversity initiatives. Eligible programs include K–12 and higher education, especially in STEM, as well as efforts that promote environmental excellence and inclusive, diverse communities; only one award is allowed per organization each year.
Education - K through 12
Education - Higher Education
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Kentucky Department for Local Government Community Development Grants in Knox County
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $850,000
Knox County local governments planning community development facilities such as senior centers, crisis centers, fire stations, or services for low-income residents can access funding through the Kentucky Department for Local Government. This Community Development Block Grant Community Projects program offers up to US $850,000 per community for projects that meet federal CDBG objectives in eligible Kentucky cities and counties.
Basic Human Needs
Senior Services
Crisis Intervention
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Spectrum Communications Digital Literacy Grants in Knox County
Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Knox County, Kentucky that run existing digital literacy programs for families or seniors can apply for US $2,500 - US $50,000 in Spectrum Digital Education funding. Spectrum Communications supports technology access and digital literacy initiatives that partner with low-income or multicultural communities and can report clear impact metrics such as numbers served and demographics.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy
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 Knox County, Kentucky can seek funding for health, education, and ministry programs in Eastern Kentucky, with awards ranging from US $60,993 - US $91,491. The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church welcomes applications from United Methodist and non-United Methodist groups; non-United Methodist applicants must include a supporting letter from a United Methodist church.
Christianity
Health & Medicine
Religious / Theological Education
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
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public entities serving rural students in Knox County, Kentucky can seek funding to strengthen early childhood through Grade 12 education, literacy, and library services. Steele-Reese Foundation supports projects with clear, measurable outcomes, including programs improving reading, writing, math proficiency, school libraries, out-of-school services, and modest capital improvements. Awards range from US $5,000 - US $50,000.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
Education - K through 12
Library Services
South Arts Grants for Knox County Folk Arts
South Arts, Inc.
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alexander County, North Carolina +133 more
US $30,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Knox County, Kentucky that preserve or promote folk and traditional arts can receive US $30,000 for infrastructure needs such as equipment, software, marketing, planning, or professional development. Grants from South Arts help Central Appalachian arts and culture groups strengthen operations supporting handcrafts, foodways, and music traditions.
Art & Culture
Folk Art / Traditional Art
Music
PNC Foundation Grants for Knox County Nonprofits
PNC Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Colorado +667 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Knox County, Kentucky can seek funding for early childhood education, community development, affordable housing, arts, and essential human services benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides support to programs in counties where it has a significant presence, including Knox County, Kentucky.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
Teacher Development & Training
Music Education
+16 more
Ferguson Support for Housing and Trades
Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on affordable housing, skilled trades, clean water, sanitation, or community revitalization in Knox County, Kentucky may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Ferguson help U.S.-based nonprofits within its geographic footprint build partnerships that improve economic wellbeing and quality of life in local communities.
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Community Development & Revitalization
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
+2 more
McGlothlin Foundation Grant
The Mcglothlin Foundation
Private
Bell County, Kentucky, Breathitt County, Kentucky +34 more
Unspecified amount
The McGlothlin Foundation Grant supports philanthropic initiatives in higher education, healthcare, and the arts, focusing primarily on projects in Southwest Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, and Northeast Tennessee. The foundation prioritizes proposals from tax-exempt non-profits, especially for capital projects and programmatic needs. While there are no fixed grant sizes, organizations are encouraged to apply after prior awards have concluded. The foundation does not fund individuals or political activities, ensuring its resources enhance community infrastructure and cultural development.
Education - Higher Education
Health Care Access & Delivery
Greening & Beautification
+4 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
Plant for the Planet Grants
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
US $500 - US $5,000
The Plant for the Planet Grants, funded by the Lg&E and Ku Foundation, provide $500 to $5,000 for tree-planting projects across urban, suburban, and rural areas. This initiative encourages nonprofits and local governments within the service territory to enhance their tree-planting efforts. With an annual budget of $75,000, the program aims to support sustainable environmental practices in line with global tree-planting campaigns. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a history of successful projects and comply with utility line regulations.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration