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Mountain Association

Building a New Economy, Together.

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Together,

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

We believe in creating an economy that
invests in the common good.

Business Support

Grow your business by partnering with experts.

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Lending

Expand your impact through a business loan.

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Energy

Invest in upgrades that are good for your bottom line.

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Training & Ideas

Start something in your community.

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Storytelling

Together we can change the narrative.

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Grow

We want business financing to work for you.

We are a Community Development Financial Institution and a non-profit—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, public agencies 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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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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Learn

We help you bring your new ideas to life.

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

  • AirBnB & Other Business Training
  • Creative Economy Workshops
  • Collaborative 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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Our Equity Journey

The Mountain Association works to support a just and sustainable transition to a new economy in post-coal Appalachia. We know that a transition such as this cannot happen unless all…

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