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“RSP combines deep commitment to Central Appalachian communities and people with extraordinary skills in participatory facilitation …”
Deb MarkleyLOCUS Impact Investing“RSP are the quiet geniuses behind the Appalachia Funders Network.”
David StocksThe Educational Foundation of America“One of RSP’s core competencies is to deeply know the most innovative practices in the field of rural development.”
Molly HemstreetOpportunity Threads“RSP is a very valuable leader and implementer in the Appalachian region towards a better future for all.”
Allen SmartCampbell University Center for Rural Health“RSP is great at truly listening, therefore gaining a firm grasp on what the client really needs.”
Brandon DennisonCoalfield Development Corporation“Especially in rural settings, RSP is one of the few organizations that truly gets community development …” “They bring a sophisticated framework to guide collective thinking and action, allowing communities to take advantage of unrecognized opportunities …”
Doug EasterlingWake Forest Social School of Medicine, Office of Research“RSP is skilled at bringing together a diverse set of actors—public, private, non-profit, funders, practitioners, officials, etc.—and helps that group both articulate a common vision, and find a path forward to achieve mutual goals.”
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