News & Updates
The Appalachian Regional Commission, in collaboration with the Conservation Fund and the National Endowment for the Arts, is excited to announce the 2022 Regional Training Program for Appalachian Gateway Communities. This unique opportunity is designed to empower communities located near publicly owned lands, such as national and state parks and forests, by providing essential training and resources to support community and economic development.
A gateway community is defined as a community that borders or is near publicly owned lands. These communities play a vital role in managing the interface between human activities and natural landscapes, making them key players in regional development and conservation efforts.
Through this program, community-based teams from gateway communities will receive training in various areas including:
Teams will also have the chance to develop a strategic project that addresses a key issue in their community. This hands-on approach ensures that the training is not only theoretical but also practical and immediately applicable.
Participating in the 2022 Regional Training Program offers several benefits:
To take advantage of this great training opportunity, communities within the Appalachian Regional Commission designated region should consider compiling a team to attend the program. For more information and details about registration, please refer to the attached flyer or visit the program’s website.
For additional information, feel free to contact Susan Elks at 610-563-1516 or via email at selks@conservationfund.org.
The 2022 Regional Training Program for Appalachian Gateway Communities is an invaluable opportunity for gateway communities to enhance their skills, develop strategic projects, and foster sustainable economic and community development. Don’t miss this chance to make a lasting impact on your community.
Visit the program’s website for more information and to register your team for the 2022 Regional Training Program for Appalachian Gateway Communities.
Classes & Learning Opportunities
The Lumber Heritage Region is partnering with multiple agencies and partners including Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA), and Penn State Extension to bring the region a Teen Conservation Camp for ages 15-17...
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Additional Grant Opportunities
U.S. Forest Service announces funding opportunity to strengthen forest products economy, forest sector jobs.. This program supports the advancement of outdoor recreation, conservation, trail projects, and programs within the Susquehanna Greenway’s 22 counties: Bradford, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Columbia, Cumberland, Dauphin, Indiana, Juniata, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Luzerne, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder, Susquehanna, Union, Wyoming, and York. Projects outside this corridor will not be considered. Eligible applicants include registered non-profit organizations able to apply for DCNR-supported funding and public entities (such as a county, municipality, or municipal agency). Projects must fit within one of these four eligible categories: Outreach & Education Wayfinding & Signage Parks, Land & Water Trails, and Active Transportation Temporary Placemaking Detailed descriptions of these categories are available on the grant landing page at www.susquehannagreenway.org. Funding Details: Up to $10,000 per request 1:1 match required (cash or in-kind) One award per entity (multiple applications may be submitted for consideration) 10-month contract period (January – October 2025) The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program is financed by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnership Program, under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Recreation and Conservation. As such, mini-grants may not be used as match for other DCNR-funded projects, and DCNR funding may not be used to match this mini-grant. Awardees must follow all DCNR grant guidelines and acknowledge both SGP and DCNR in all marketing and media. An online information session will be held at 12 noon on October 1, 2025. REGISTER HERE. The application window will close at 4:59 PM on October 31, 2025. Eligible applicants can apply online at susquehannagreenway.org/mini-grant-program. Awarded projects can expect to be notified in December 2025. Questions may be directed to info@susquehannagreenway.org or 570-478-0178. The Susquehanna Greenway is a connected corridor of paddling, walking, and biking trails, boat launches, conserved lands, and communities that runs along the Susquehanna River in PA. The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership (SGP) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to advancing the vision of the Susquehanna Greenway. SGP works with partners to create a vibrant Greenway that weaves together communities, trails, and natural spaces, transforming the Susquehanna River corridor into a place where adventure beckons, connections deepen, and the river’s beauty inspires.
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