Class
Article
College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
English Department
Faculty Mentor
Jayme Walters
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Abstract
Rural nonprofits work to combat social and economic challenges their communities face by providing vital support and resources. Rural nonprofits provide jobs, support local businesses, help meet the basic needs of individuals, and advocate for vulnerable populations. Organizations face challenges when operating in rural areas including difficulty finding funding, retaining qualified employees, lack of resources, and limited opportunities for forming partnerships. In this single qualitative case study, the HOMES, a housing nonprofit, impact on social and economic development of Letcher County, Kentucky was examined. HOMES has utilized creative methods to bolster the economy of Letcher County including providing energy-efficient rental homes, promoting solar power, and building scenic outlooks to promote tourism. The expansion of services provided by HOMES has helped combat some of the economic and societal challenges of Letcher County. Forming partnerships and providing training has aided the organization in expanding its services in the community. Rural nonprofits may require additional funding, training, and program evaluation to meet the challenges facing their communities.
Location
Logan, UT
Start Date
4-8-2022 12:00 AM
Included in
Adapting to Survive, Building to Thrive: A Single Case Study of a Housing Nonprofit in Rural Kentucky
Logan, UT
Rural nonprofits work to combat social and economic challenges their communities face by providing vital support and resources. Rural nonprofits provide jobs, support local businesses, help meet the basic needs of individuals, and advocate for vulnerable populations. Organizations face challenges when operating in rural areas including difficulty finding funding, retaining qualified employees, lack of resources, and limited opportunities for forming partnerships. In this single qualitative case study, the HOMES, a housing nonprofit, impact on social and economic development of Letcher County, Kentucky was examined. HOMES has utilized creative methods to bolster the economy of Letcher County including providing energy-efficient rental homes, promoting solar power, and building scenic outlooks to promote tourism. The expansion of services provided by HOMES has helped combat some of the economic and societal challenges of Letcher County. Forming partnerships and providing training has aided the organization in expanding its services in the community. Rural nonprofits may require additional funding, training, and program evaluation to meet the challenges facing their communities.