Though many communities in the country are beginning to open back up, we still face the economic ramifications of the pandemic as well as the threat of another wave, especially in rural areas that
Learn MoreMany Members of the Fahe Network were founded in times of crisis, such as during the beginning of the War on Poverty, so they understand not only how to serve their communities in the best of times,
Learn MoreAcross Appalachia, Fahe Members are first responders to the housing, food, and financial needs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Innovation and adaptability are core qualities of the Fahe
Learn MoreFahe is able to celebrate 40 years of Building the American Dream thanks to the support from great partners we’ve made along the way. The Sisters of Mercy were one of Fahe’s first major
Learn MoreDwain Neeley, Fahe’s Vice President of Community Lending, has served with our organization since the fall of 2018. Dwain comes from a background of 22 years of service in the United States
Learn MoreToday’s Blog post was written by Andy Hatem who is Fahe’s Advocacy Intern. A study by the Appalachian Regional Commission highlights the uneven benefits of the US’ recovery from the 2007-2009
Learn MoreIt used to be no one seemed to take much notice of rural parts of our country. I’ve noticed that in the past few years that has changed, but the attention has not all been positive. In
Learn MoreWhen organizations achieve greater capacity, they can achieve greater impact in the communities they serve. As a backbone organization, Fahe provides expertise and services which allow our
Learn MoreFahe is partnering with Rural LISC and three Fahe Members to open Financial Opportunity Centers (FOC) to serve communities on the southwest Virginia and northwest Tennessee border in Appalachia. The
Learn MoreFahe is excited to be participating in the Rural Places, Rural Spaces policy forum in Mississippi on February 11 and 12th. We’ve learned that while Appalachia is unique in many ways, our region’s
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