Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
Funds projects advancing business, workforce, infrastructure, tourism, and leadership for economic and community development in Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Region.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Annual ARC application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically cover up to 50% of project costs; total funding varies by project and Congressional appropriations.
Summary: Supports projects that advance economic and community development in Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Region, focusing on business, workforce, infrastructure, tourism, and leadership.
Key Information: Applications must align with ARC and Pennsylvania priorities and involve Local Development Districts in project development.
Description
This program provides funding for projects that foster long-term economic and community development in Pennsylvania’s Appalachian counties. Eligible activities span business development, job creation, infrastructure improvements, school readiness, healthcare access, strategic planning, and technical assistance for emerging businesses. Projects must align with one or more of the five strategic goals in the Pennsylvania Appalachian Development Plan: building businesses, strengthening workforce ecosystems, improving infrastructure, advancing cultural tourism, and enhancing community leadership capacity. The program emphasizes sustainable, regionally driven solutions and requires applicants to work closely with Local Development Districts (LDDs) throughout project development and submission.
