Pre-Apps for 2009 ARC Grants Being Accepted
July 01, 2008
Funding Agency: ARC
Contact: Charmel Wesel
Buckeye Hills-Hocking Valley Regional Development District (BHHVRDD) is committed to assisting the counties in its region with securing grant funding for projects. One important grant funding agency is The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC).
Typically, ARC grants are awarded to state and local agencies and governmental entities, local governing boards (such as county commissions), and nonprofit organizations. Representatives from these organizations may draw from the expertise and assistance available from Buckeye Hills to navigate the 2009ARC grant process.
Buckeye Hills will be accepting pre-applications for 2009 Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Grants. To receive a pre-application packet of information, please contact Buckeye Hills at (740) 374-9436. Pre-applications are due to Buckeye Hills no later than 5p.m. on July 1. Applications can be downloaded from this site under "Applications".
The ARC Grants program has a series of strategic goal areas for project work emphasis that include: increasing job opportunities and per capita income in the region; strengthening the capacity of the people of Appalachia to compete in the global economy; developing and improving Appalachia's infrastructure to make the region economically competitive; and building the Appalachian highway system to reduce the region’s isolation.
In 2009, projects will be prioritized with the following goals in mind: to create and/or retain private sector jobs; to extend or upgrade water or sewer services; to provide quality health care; to provide job skills training; or to develop/improve infrastructure for residents.
“Buckeye Hills is committed to helping organizations in the counties we serve to access possible ARC grants for local projects,” said Development Director Melissa Zoller. “The pre-application is an important first step in completing the grant request. I urge representatives to contact our office with questions.”
For answers on questions regarding the ARC grant process call Charmel Wesel at (740) 374-9436.