A recent Fed Communities story highlights how the Appalachian Funders Network and Appalachian Regional Commission are collaborating to strengthen local capacity by investing in skills, networks, and funding strategies. Their systems-level approach—equipping rural leaders with training, data, and technical resources—mirrors Aspen CSG’s emphasis on long-term, place-rooted development and peer learning. Just as Aspen CSG supports Rural Development Hubs across the country, this work in Appalachia shows how building relationships and aligning funders around community priorities can unlock lasting economic resilience.
Appalachia – Fed Communities Case Study
