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we can build a strong and sustainable Eastern Kentucky, rooted in hope and inclusion.

We are a nonprofit working toward an economy that is more diverse, sustainable, equitable and resilient.

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We can help you save money.

The Mountain Association’s energy experts are tackling the problem of high energy bills in Eastern Kentucky. We help businesses, nonprofits, faith groups, local governments and homeowners find much-needed energy savings.

  • Lee County Government
    $20,000 / year in savings
  • Hemphill Community Center
    $8,900 / year in savings
  • The Stafford family
    $732 / year in savings

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Bring your ideas to life.

Let’s talk about bringing a new training to your community, or about your ideas for your town. We can help you get going, find resources and connect to others.

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Learn how people are creating a new day in Eastern Kentucky, and how we can support your ideas.

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Drop, Sauce & Roll: German Food Truck Serves Up Unique Noodles

Mark Vogt lives in Irvine, Kentucky, a beautiful town on the banks of the Kentucky River. The Spatzle Factory adorned with Oktoberfest Bavarian Flags in September 2023 Like many small-town residents, he…

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U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $1.2 Million to Support Disaster Recovery in Eastern Kentucky

The Economic Development Administration recently announced an award of $1.2 million for disaster recovery in Eastern Kentucky following the 2022 historic floods. With the funds, the Mountain Association, a nonprofit…

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Eastern Kentucky Nonprofit Provides Alternatives to Predatory Loans

From the catchy jingles to the flashy signs, payday lenders are easy to find in most communities across Kentucky and the nation. Unfortunately, these lenders fill an important void for…

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Kentucky Rejects Controversial Subsidies for Cryptomining Company

Thank you to our partners at Earthjustice for putting together this media release regarding this victory! FRANKFORT, KY — The state of Kentucky’s utility regulators rejected a controversial proposal by Kentucky Power to give…

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More than 75 Community Members Shared Input on New Project in Downtown Hazard

On August 9, 2023, staff from the Mountain Association talked with more than 75 community members who came out to share their thoughts on our downtown Hazard redevelopment project. The…

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LGE-KU Wants You to Pay $1.4 Billion for Two New Fossil Fuel Plants

This is an op-ed that ran in August 2023. A $1.4 billion infrastructure request to be paid for by Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities ratepayers is currently being…

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For more than 40 years, we were known as the Mountain Association for Community Economic Development (MACED).

As we enter a new decade and a new look, we have become the Mountain Association. This change underscores our commitment to a new beginning that is more inclusive and welcoming to the people and communities we serve.

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Berea, KY 40403

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420 Main St
Hazard, KY 41701

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