The Appalachian Kentucky Local Business Flood Relief Fund was in response to historic flooding in March of 2021 throughout eastern Kentucky.  The fund was created and implemented with partners broadly branded as Appalachian Rises that included numerous philanthropic organizations and private businesses. The fund awarded 104 grants totaling $412,797.00 to local business owners in 17 flood impacted counties. These businesses represent a mix of restaurants, experience based retail, community and personal services, contracting, and real estate or property management supporting 287 jobs in the region.  CEDIK coordinated the application process and facilitated the grant award process in partnership with Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky in Hazard, KY.