Mountain Association supported entrepreneurs with a FastTrac immersive business course graduating its first class in Paintsville in 2004.
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“We continued to run initiatives that supported entrepreneurs, including a FastTrac immersive business course, which graduated its first class in Paintsville in 2004.”
— Mountain Association team
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Mountain Association
The Mountain Association invests in people & places in Eastern Kentucky. Together, we’re building a new economy.
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Location
- Berea, US
- Company size
- 39 employees
The Mountain Association is a community economic development nonprofit that invests in people and places in Eastern Kentucky in order to build a new economy. We serve this mission in a number of ways. Our Lending team offers loans to existing and startup businesses and organizations. Because we are a Community Development Financial Institution and a non-profit, we can offer greater flexibility and lend to folks who may not otherwise qualify. Unlike most traditional lenders, we offer flexible payment schedules and a variety of other services. Our Business Support program connects business owners and nonprofit leaders to consultants who can help them succeed – from website development to professional photography, and more. Our Energy experts help businesses, nonprofits, public agencies and homeowners find much-needed cost savings. We do this through utility bill analysis, on-site energy efficiency and solar assessments, financing, and grant application support. We also engage in research, communications and advocacy for policy and narrative change, and work with partners on a variety of projects to demonstrate what’s possible in Eastern Kentucky.
Founded 1976