ANCA is an independent, nonprofit corporation with a transformational approach to building prosperity across northern New York. Using innovative strategies for food systems, clean energy, small businesses, and equity and inclusion, ANCA delivers targeted interventions that create and sustain wealth and value in local communities.
ANCA is growing prosperity across northern New York by implementing programs in four key focus areas: small businesses, food systems, clean energy, and equity & inclusion.
small businesses are planning for the future, utilizing opportunities, resources and networks through our Center for Businesses in Transition.
in grants and loans were accessed by small farms and food businesses with ANCA's assistance.
residents and businesses accessed clean energy programs and services with support from ANCA Energy Circuit Riders.
law enforcement officers from 13 agencies participated cultural consciousness and racial equity training that empowers them to build strong relationships and safe, just communities.
2021 and 2022 Impacts
Thank you to all who joined Center for Businesses in Transition (CBIT) partners, event sponsors, guest presenters, and our region’s...
By Emily Russell (Adirondack Reporter) in Saranac Lake, NY Mar 09, 2023 — There are 2.7 million acres of public...
SARANAC LAKE | The Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) has been awarded a $558,000 federal grant to support climate-smart agroforestry...
By Dani Delaini, ANCA Entrepreneurial Economy Program Director On the first morning of the Small Communities. Big Opportunities. Conference, I...
