Strengthening Leadership
By motivating and developing community leaders, we eliminate barriers to growth.
Building a Network
We connect communities with the tools and resources they need. By sharing experience and expertise, we provide a platform for communities to succeed.
After becoming an affiliate, the Foundation connects communities to a deep network of support. We walk you through a process to set you up for success by working through long-range planning and strategy.
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Stories of Impact
The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky invests in people rooted in communities working toward lasting, positive change.
November 10, 2025
How We Supported Our Communities After the February 2025 Flood
Caitlin Collier, the owner of K-Fitness, faced significant challenges due to the February 2025 flood. K-Fitness, a 24-hour women’s physical fitness center in Pikeville, KY, was hit hard by the storms. Just six weeks prior, Caitlin had completed a major renovation of her facility. The flood caused extensive damage to her newly renovated building, undoing… KEEP READING
July 18, 2025
Bonita Compton Scholarship Established to Honor Beloved Educator and Coach
Floyd County, KY — A new scholarship honoring the legacy of Bonita Compton—a devoted educator, coach, community leader, and lifelong advocate for Floyd County—has been established to support local Floyd County high school students pursuing a post-secondary degree or certification. The endowed scholarship fund is held at the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky. Born October 20,… KEEP READING
June 27, 2025
Floyd County Community Foundation Awards $6,588 Grant To CASA Of The Appalachian Mountains
June 27, 2025 — The Floyd County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky, recently awarded a $6,588 grant to CASA of the Appalachian Mountains to increase their capacity to support vulnerable children in Eastern Kentucky in the court system and in foster care. This funding will help support services CASA provides… KEEP READING
