Appalachia Funders Network: Grantmakers working together to accelerate the economic transition of Central Appalachia #Appalachia
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Wonderful news coming from one of our member groups, @acc_cdfi. This is the power of community investment!
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Opportunity Appalachia by ACC selects 29 projects for $275M in investment for downtown & rural redevelopment in Central Appalachia! Expected to create 2,700+ jobs & support 340+ biz across KY, NC, OH, TN, VA, and WV. bit.ly/OA2024Press #Appalachia #Investment
Read this article from @InsidePhilanthr, highlighting AFN, our work, and how we're endeavoring toward a more equitable transition in Appalachia. Thank you for the write-up!
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Check out this fantastic article from our friends @safsfunders with reflections from the 2024 Annual Gathering in April:
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We're thrilled to be doing this work alongside so many wonderful changemakers!
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A month after the Annual Gathering, and we're still feeling invigorated, inspired, and most of all thankful to be in network with so many wonderful leaders. Check out this video recap, and learn more about becoming a member today!
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Powered by Philanthropy Together, register today to join the We Give Summit happening May 7-9, where members of collective giving groups, philanthropy experts, and social impact newcomers will gather to connect and learn from one another. Register at wegivesummit.org/
Please join on April 30 @ 3:00 PM to learn about an exciting pilot & learn-by-doing cohort launching Fall '24, focused on shareholder engagement & co-developed by The Educational Foundation of America, Nathan Cummings Foundation, & Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation. Link in comments!
Just one week until the Appalachia Funders Network Gathering in Charleston, WV! We're thrilled to welcome you for insightful discussions, networking, and collaboration. Get ready to dive into the heart of Appalachia's future. See you soon!
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Excitement's building for our Appalachia gathering in Charleston! Secure your spot for evening excursions on April 25th: Open Air Revitalization Tour, dinner at Cafe Appalachia, & your choice of entertainment—Bob Thompson’s Jazz or King Coal screening. Don't miss out!
Exciting news coming from AFN! It is with great pleasure we announce the appointment of our new Executive Director, Ryan M. Eller
Read the press release here: drive.google.com/file/d/1nL4…
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Looking forward to the #Gathering to dive into impactful conversations, connect with change-minded individuals, and be inspired by the resilience of Appalachia. Check out this video to catch a glimpse of what awaits you!
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Join us for a special #Gathering session featuring the release of "Barriers to Federal Investment in Rural Communities: A West Virginia Case Study" by the @WVHub . Learn from Stephanie Tyree as we discuss urgent improvements needed to empower rural areas.
Don't miss out on this valuable discussion! Register today!
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Join us in congratulating AFN member @acc_cdfi for a huge win, of which we proudly support. We’re thrilled Donna Gambrell, ACC CEO will be at the #AFNGathering. We will talk about this project, what it means for our communities, and ways to partner. shorturl.at/kIM01
Register for the Appalachia Funders Network Annual Gathering at this link!
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Exciting news! AFN & @PhilanthropyWV are teaming up for the Appalachian Education Summit ahead of the #Gathering! Join us as we discuss ongoing initiatives and the power of philanthropy in driving change across Appalachia. Let's shape the future of education together!
Learn more here, and register today!
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