Christian Appalachian Project
Barry Powers has a diverse work experience that spans several organizations. Barry started their career in January 2012 as a Coordinator III at Christian Appalachian Project and worked there until August 2015. From September 2015 to February 2020, they served as an IT Support Specialist. Following that, they held the position of Information Technology Manager IV from February 2020 to March 2022. Barry then became the IT Assistant Director from March 2022 to March 2023. Currently, Barry is working as the Director of Information Technology at Christian Appalachian Project since March 2023. Additionally, they worked as a Media Director at Ridgepoint Church from October 2013 to October 2017.
Barry Powers began their education in 1991 at Russell High School, where they successfully obtained their High School Diploma in 1995. Following this, from 1995 to 1999, Barry attended Welch College, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Youth Ministry. Barry's field of study during this time focused on Youth Ministry.
Christian Appalachian Project
For over 50 years, Christian Appalachian Project has served the people of Appalachia by building hope, transforming lives, and sharing Christ’s love. Our work started when Reverend Ralph W. Beiting, a Catholic priest from northern Kentucky, was assigned to pastor a large portion of east-central Kentucky. Through his outreach, he witnessed tremendous poverty in Appalachia. He saw children weak from hunger, families beaten down by hardship, seniors living in fear and isolation, and communities desperate for hope. With the help of family and friends, he provided food, clothing, and other essentials to neighbors in need. What started small quickly grew, and Christian Appalachian Project was founded in 1964. Through donor support, dedicated volunteers, and a selfless staff, CAP now touches the lives of more than 1 million people each year. By working with other local food banks and humanitarian service providers, our reach extends to parts of all 13 states of the Appalachian region, including Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The mission of Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) is building hope, transforming lives, and sharing Christ's love through service in Appalachia.