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The Foundational Guide to Energy Opportunities and Economic Growth in Eastern Kentucky

Unlocking New Opportunities for Eastern Kentucky: The Launch of Our Foundational Guide to Energy Opportunities

1 year ago

At Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR), we are committed to creating a brighter future for Eastern Kentucky. Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of our latest resource: the Foundational…

State, KPDI approves more than $9 million for projects in Floyd and Perry counties

1 year ago

Economic Development, Grants, News & updates

Kentucky is making strides in economic development with new investments aimed at creating opportunities and driving growth in Eastern Kentucky. As part of the Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI), the…

ARC awards $33.5 million in ARISE Grants

1 year ago

Economic Development, Grants, News & updates

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) announced $33.5 million for 12 collaborative, multi-state projects to drive large-scale economic transformation through its Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) program. The announcements,…

SOAR Receives Approximately $40 Million from EDA Recompete to Connect Residents to Good Jobs in Eastern Kentucky

1 year ago

Grants, Job readiness, News & updates

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced it will award approximately $40 million to Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) to connect eastern Kentucky residents to resources and training…

Unlock Funding and Resources for Your Startup: The SBIR/STTR Program and Kentucky’s Matching Funds

1 year ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Grants

If you’re a business owner in Eastern Kentucky with a big idea or new technology you want to develop, we’ve got some exciting news for you! The Small Business Innovation…

10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit

1 year ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events, Grants, Job seekers, News & updates, Tourism

The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is one of the most significant events for professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders focused on the future of…

Enhance Your Grant Writing Skills at Our Workshop on October 15-16

1 year ago

Grants

We are proud to partner with Grant Ready KY, Melissa Vermillion, and Pikeville Medical Center to host a comprehensive Grant Workshop on October 15-16. This hands-on workshop will provide the…

Governor Beshear Announces Continued Support for Eastern Kentucky Entrepreneurs

1 year ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Grants, News & updates

We are thrilled to announce that Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) has once again been awarded a contract to support high-tech, high-growth-potential startups in Eastern Kentucky through our SOAR Innovation…

Kentucky’s Broadband Initiative: Your Speed Test Matters!

2 years ago

Grants, News & updates

Do you have slow Internet or no Internet at all? Feel like your voice hasn’t been heard? You can change that! It’s as easy as a Speed Test. Kentucky stands…

Eastern Kentucky Poised for Economic Growth with Nuclear Energy Initiative

2 years ago

Grants, News & updates

Eastern Kentucky is on the brink of a significant economic transformation as the nuclear energy sector develops, thanks to the Communities Local Energy Action Program (Communities LEAP) cohort 2, administered…

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