Funding through our Fiscal Year 2026 Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative is available now to support economic development in coal communities across the Appalachian Region.⚡
POWER supports projects that create high-quality, in-demand jobs, attract new sources of private investment, and provide comprehensive workforce services and skills training. To date, nearly $485M in POWER grants have attracted more than $1.8B in private investment in 365 coal counties.
Interested in applying? Check out key steps below. ⬇️
Steps for POWER Applicants
📺 Watch the pre-application webinar.
💁 Head to the POWER application information page for easy access to all the resources you need.
⌨️ Register for our grant management system, Pathways, by May 15.
✍️ Submit your Letter of Intent to apply by May 22.
📬 Apply by July 8.