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Celebrating Our
ROOTS
Since its inception, the Foundation has put more than $30 million directly back into the heart of Eastern Kentucky, awarded over 10,000 grants, and received more than 12,000 donations.
Learn about our
APPROACH
The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky brings together people, ideas and resources to build communities and encourage philanthropy.
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How We Work
We believe in consistently and intentionally shifting control back into the hands of local leaders.
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We Support Communities
We combine the stability of a traditional community foundation with the innovation of impact investing and supporting social enterprises.
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We Develop Leadership
We motivate and develop community leaders and eliminate barriers to growth.
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We Grow Assets
We connect resources to local people and programs creating equitable, lasting, and positive change.
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What Makes Us
DIFFERENT?
The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky meets communities where they are instead of telling them where they should be. Because, at the end of the day, we believe that investing in the people rooted in communities is the way to make them better.
Join our team
We are currently hiring! See open positions and the benefits of working with the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky.
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Rising Where WE’re Rooted
Discover how we are helping to reclaim the power of community for Eastern Kentucky.
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July 18, 2024
Leslie County Community Foundation Donates Generator to Local Food Bank
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July 16, 2024
The Clinton County Community Foundation Awards $40,000 to the City of Albany for a Water Study
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July 16, 2024