News & Events

Fahe Named One of Kentucky’s Best Places to Work—Nine Years Running!

March 17, 2025

For the ninth year in a row, Fahe has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky! This honor reflects our deep commitment to fostering a workplace where our team can thrive, grow,

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Fahe Statement on Preserving the CDFI Fund

March 17, 2025

Berea, KY — “Fahe stands firmly in support of the CDFI Fund,” said Fahe CEO Jim King. “Amid a national housing crisis, especially in Appalachia, we cannot afford to weaken this critical

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A Celebration of Fahe’s Women Leaders!

March 3, 2025

In honor of Women’s History Month, Fahe is proud to highlight the inspiring women who lead our network of 50+ nonprofits in Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, and Alabama. They are

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Flooding Highlights Urgent Need for Smarter Federal Housing Investment in Central Appalachia

February 18, 2025

Over the past weekend, severe flooding devastated communities across Kentucky, Southern West Virginia, Southwest Virginia, and Tennessee. Once again, our region faces loss and uncertainty. While Fahe

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Positioning Fahe as the First Call for Housing Policy

February 17, 2025

At the start of each year, state legislators convene to set policy priorities and budgets. For Fahe’s advocacy work, this is a critical time to engage policymakers in conversations about housing

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Fahe in the News: Key Stories You Don’t Want to Miss

February 14, 2025

At Fahe, we are committed to raising awareness about the housing challenges facing Appalachia and the transformative work being done by our network. Recently, Fahe and our Members have been featured

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Considering Black Appalachian History Then and Now
An interview with Fahe Board Member at Large Adam Dickson

February 3, 2025

The bookshelf in Adam Dickson’s office holds a prominent sign reading “Good Trouble” — a phrase that originated with Rep. John Lewis, a civil rights icon who served more than three decades in

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Fahe Receives $12 Million Grant from MacKenzie Scott
Unrestricted funds to support Fahe’s new housing challenge

January 14, 2025

Berea, KENTUCKY, January 14, 2024–Fahe is proud to announce a transformative $12 million grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, awarded through the Yield Giving foundation. This flexible

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Gov. Beshear Encourages Eastern Kentucky Flood Survivors To Apply for Housing Support

January 6, 2025

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the launch of an online form for Eastern Kentucky flood survivors to apply for housing support. The form, available at housingcantwait.org, allows applicants to

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Inspiring New Financing Creates a Path to Homeownership for Underserved Communities

November 26, 2024

How can homeownership be more accessible, affordable, and equitable for all? Communities of color and low wealth borrowers face many barriers to homeownership. As a member of the Equitable

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