Mountain Association

Building a New Economy, Together.

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Together,

we can build a new economy.

We’re a nonprofit investing in people and places in Eastern Kentucky.

Our Programs:

Business Support

Grow your business by working one-on-one with a consultant.

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Lending

Expand your business or nonprofit’s impact with a flexible loan.

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Energy

Get free customized energy savings advice for your building.

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Communities

Start something in your community.

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Storytelling & Policy

Read stories of great things happening in EKY and of the policy work we contribute to.

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Grow

We want business financing to work for you.

We are a Community Development Financial Institution and a nonprofit—not a bank. This means we can offer greater flexibility and lend to folks who may not otherwise qualify. We can also pay for all or a portion of a consulting project to help your business or organization succeed.

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Sustain

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.

  • Isom IGA
    $68,000/year in savings
  • Leslie County Animal Shelter
    $9,300 / year in savings
  • Hemphill Community Center
    $8,900 / year in savings

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Succeed

Let’s grow your business.

Our Business Support program will pair you with consultants that can help your business or organization succeed. Together, you can share new ideas, answer questions and expand your impact.

  • Business Coaching
  • Financial Training & Planning
  • Strategic Marketing

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Revitalize

Bring your ideas to life.

Communities in Eastern Kentucky know best what the gaps are in their local economy. We can help design unique and place-based interventions in economic sectors that fill gaps and demonstrate what’s possible in the region’s new economy. 

  • Downtown revitalization and economic development
  • Community resilience and disaster recovery
  • Narrative change and strong community networks

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Inspire

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

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