Spring 2025 Award Recipients

Loaves and Fishes received a grant in the amount of $2500.00 to purchase bulk food to stock the pantry. They serve the cites of Cumberland, Benham, and Lynch KY.

The Harlan County Fiscal Court/Benham Inn received a grant in the amount of $18,450 for the replacement of HVAC units for the Great Room.

Cumberland Elementary School received grants in the amount of: $15,000 for 5-6 football to purchase equipment. $2,000 for Math Counts for transportation, materials, meals and incentives.

Cumberland Tourism received a grant in the amount of $12,500 for phase I of the renovation and repurposing of the old Creech department store in Cumberland. The removal and disposal of all contents in the building, and roof repairs.

Cumberland Elementary FRYSC program received a grant in the amount of 5,000 for funding summer camp and activities.

The Tri-City Chamber of Commerce received a grant in the amount of $7,500. This funding will provide three eligible businesses for a facade mini grant in the amount of $2,500. These businesses must be located on West Main Street in Cumberland KY.

The City of Cumberland received funding in the amount of $20,000. This is to replace the perimeter fence and build a 40'x45' garage

The City of Benham received a grant in the amount of $15,000 to purchase a water/sewer maintenance vehicle.

The City of Lynch received a grant in the amount of $15,000 for the tearing down and removal of dilapidated homes.

St. Stephens Outreach food pantry received a grant in the amount of $2,500 to purchase food for the pantry.