Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant

Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Foundation For Appalachian Kentucky Inc
Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: January 13, 2026

Summary

Overview

Our Mission Our mission is to empower Appalachian Kentucky communities to thrive through collaboration, asset building, and leadership development. We bring together people, ideas, and resources to build communities and encourage philanthropy. Our approach is to meet communities where they are instead of telling them where they should be. Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant Program The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky is excited to announce the launch of the Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant Program, a new funding opportunity created to support neighbors, organizations, and community leaders who have ideas to strengthen civic life and address local challenges across Appalachian Kentucky. Grant proposals will be reviewed based on: New or creative ideas that respond to real community needs Positive community impact, with clear benefits for local people Alignment with shared values like community, equity, integrity, service, and hope A realistic plan that shows how the project will get done Long-term benefit, including how the work could continue or inspire others

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants should be individuals, groups, and organizations engaged in civic entrepreneurship and engagement work. Projects should be able to be completed within 12 months or less and should focus on community engagement, problem-solving, and the common good.