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An abandoned Walmart in one of Kentucky's most underinvested counties is now a state-of-the-art health center, serving 175 patients a day. Fahe's Community Lending team helped make it possible.

Of the impact on the community, Dayspring Health CEO Larry Rector said: “What I hear from community leaders is a rejuvenated and enthusiastic perspective on the future.”

Read the full story: https://www.housingcantwait.org/dayspring-health-turns-vacated-superstore-into-whitley-countys-one-stop-shop-for-healthcare/

📣 We’re Hiring: Communications & Marketing Coordinator

📍 Location: Remote
💼 Schedule: Full-Time

Join Fahe's Communication Team! The Communications & Marketing Coordinator supports the daily workflow, organization, and ex*****on of Fahe’s communications and marketing efforts. Key responsibilities include managing project tracking and deadlines, maintaining shared calendars, and serving as first point of contact for communications requests.

Apply today: https://fahe.org/employment/

It takes a village to build a strong rural America.

Across Appalachia, an incredible network of builders, advocates, funders, and community leaders is working together and individually to make sure more families have a safe, affordable place to live.

Meet some of the people working to transform our communities through place-based, homegrown housing solutions.

https://www.housingcantwait.org/expert-spotlights/

During NeighborWorks Weeks 2026, Fahe is proud to highlight the ongoing disaster recovery and homebuilding work happening in Eastern Kentucky through our partnership with Fahe Member Housing Development Alliance (HDA).

At Chestnut Ridge in Knott County, HDA has built 17 homes so far, with additional homes planned and families already moving in, including the Haney family pictured in front of their new home. At Skyview Estates in Perry County, 5 homes have been completed and sold, with 21 more currently under construction.

This work reflects the long-term partnerships and commitment needed to help communities recover, rebuild, and expand housing opportunities across Appalachia.

📣 We’re Hiring!

Fahe is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join the Projects Team. This role will support project implementation across a wide array of projects, maintain strong relationships with Fahe's diverse range of clients, and assist with grant compliance according to state, federal, and funder requirements.

📍 Location: Remote within KY, TN, WV, VA, OH, IN, or NC, up to 20% travel
💼 Schedule: Full-Time
🎓 Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
💡 Experience: 1-3 years experience in project coordination, grant administration, case management, or nonprofit program support

Apply today: https://fahe.org/employment/

During NeighborWorks Weeks 2026, Fahe is highlighting the power of partnership and collaboration across Appalachia. Following Hurricane Helene, Fahe Members across East TN are helping meet urgent affordable housing needs through rehabilitation, reconstruction, and new housing development projects supported through Tennessee ARPA funding:

• Appalachia Service Project is rehabilitating 9 owner-occupied homes and building 6 new homes for homeownership
• Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties (ADFAC) rehabilitated 5 owner-occupied homes
• Eastern Eight Community Development Corporation is developing 3 rental housing communities
• Clinch-Powell RC&D is rehabilitating 3 homes for homeownership and 1 rental home
• TCAC Housing Programs is reconstructing 7 owner-occupied homes

This is the power of the Fahe Network — local organizations working together to expand housing opportunities and support long-term recovery across Appalachia.

Fahe is pleased to share this important policy framework from Partners for Rural Transformation.

PRT’s priorities speak directly to what rural and Native communities facing persistent poverty need: sustained investment, stronger local capacity, and policies that recognize the leadership and potential already present in these places.

This work aligns closely with Fahe’s commitment to advancing opportunity across Appalachia through housing, capital, and community-led solutions.

Partners for Rural Transformation (PRT) released its policy framework on Tuesday, including four priorities to unlock economic opportunity and address decades of underinvestment in rural and Native communities facing persistent poverty across the country.

The framework elevates public policies and private frameworks that encourage, incentivize, and increase investment into rural and Native communities facing persistent poverty while building local capacity.

Read the full press release and framework here: https://www.ruraltransformation.org/blog/prt-launches-policy-framework/

📣 We’re Hiring!

Fahe is seeking a Social Media Intern to support the Communication Team by helping create content, monitor engagement, and assist with maintaining a strong online presence.

📍 Location: Berea, KY - Hybrid
💼 Schedule: Part-Time
🎓 Education: Current college junior or senior pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Journalism, or other related field

Apply today: https://fahe.org/employment/

During NeighborWorks Weeks 2026, Fahe is sharing housing projects that are helping strengthen communities across Appalachia.

Cunningham Terrace in Kingsport, TN is a new 12-unit affordable housing community designed for residents age 60+ and built to ADA accessibility standards. Located near public transportation, healthcare, grocery stores, and the Kingsport Senior Center, the development transforms a once-deteriorating downtown property into stable, accessible housing for local seniors.

This project was made possible through Tennessee ARPA funding and partnerships between Fahe’s Member KHRA, the Greater Kingsport Alliance for Development, the City of Kingsport, and Frontier Health — helping expand housing opportunities and create lasting community impact.

Momentum is building across Appalachia.

As Kentucky and Tennessee wrap up their legislative cycles, the Fahe Network is celebrating important progress for housing and community development.

In Kentucky, advocates helped secure a $5 million investment in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, $5 million to establish a CDFI Grant Program, and passage of “Yes in God’s Backyard” legislation.

In Tennessee, Members helped along a $20 million workforce housing pilot. Creative Compassion Executive Director Christy Donlinich played an especially important role in helping state leaders understand the need for workforce housing solutions.

These are the kinds of outcomes that happen when local expertise informs state-level action.

The Fahe Network is proving that community-led solutions can shape policy, direct resources, and create positive outcomes across the region.

https://fahe.org/when-fahe-members-work-together-state-level-progress-is-possible/