Description
Frankfort, the capital of Kentucky, offers a wide away of amenities for remote workers lookers looking for the best of what Kentucky has to offer. Frankfort has curated a program to ensure each new remote worker gets welcomed and immersed with the locals. Read more about each part of the program:
Mingle with the Mayor
Frankfort Mayor Layne Wilkerson and First Lady Natalie welcome movers to Mingle with the Mayor. At this casual and fun evening you will meet other movers new to Frankfort, sample Kentucky cuisine, and learn the traditions of the Bluegrass state. You'll enjoy lively conversation about your new home as you mingle and mix at the Mayor and First Lady's historic downtown home. The date will be set once all movers have settled in Frankfort.
Progressive Dinner with Downtown Frankfort Residents
Make New Friends at a Downtown Frankfort Progressive Dinner hosted by a group of neighbors in the historic district. Join other new movers to Kentucky's Capital City and enjoy a casual family meal as you progress from house to house. This experience will include hors d'oeuvres, salad, main course, and dessert each taking place at a different walkable location. Get to know your new neighbors and take a leisurely stroll through town. Date to be determined when all movers have settled in Frankfort.
Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour with Freddie Johnson
Tour the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery with Bourbon Hall of Famer Freddie Johnson, the 3rd generation of his family to work at the distillery! End your tour with a Buffalo Trace Distillery gift card that can be used to snag a bottle of the Distillery’s coveted bourbon.
Historic Frankfort Tour
Tour Frankfort with a local. Patty Peavler, retired banker, author, and historian, will lead you on a journey through Frankfort history. Your experience begins at the Capital City Museum on Ann Street as a hub, and you'll spoke out on the Frankfort Trolley to visit some of our most historic sites including the Corner in Celebrities where 3 Presidents came for breakfast, Fort Hill which Sanford Goin and volunteer troops in the Civil War held for the Union ensuring Kentucky remained in the United States, and the Frankfort Cemetery where Daniel Boone is buried. En route you'll discover the home where Bibb Lettuce was invented and the home of the man who coined the phrase, "Dog is man's best friend."
Frankfort Welcome Basket
A Frankfort Welcome Basket will Greet Movers on Move In Day. This $300 Value is Filled with Gift Cards to Local Favorites such as Sig Luscher Brewery, Bourbon on Main Bar and Restaurant, and Locals Food Hub which features hand tossed pizzas and Kentucky Proud Products. Tickets to the Summer Movie Series at the historic Grand Theatre are included.
*The cash is paid in two installments. One installment after the move date and the second installment upon completion of the 12th month of residence.
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Eligibility
We make it dead simple to find out which offers you qualify for. The application process starts with a quick eligibility check, and we won't waste your time if it's not a good fit.
Frankfort is currently recruiting remote workers who:
Are employed full-time and able to relocate while retaining their current position, or
Are self-employed and able to relocate while retaining their current clients/portfolio
Earn at least $100,000 annually
Are U.S. citizens
Are 18 years or older
Currently reside outside of Kentucky
Can relocate primary residence to Frankfort within 6 months
In order to be considered by Frankfort, you must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria
FAQ
What is MakeMyMove?
MakeMyMove is a marketplace product that connects remote workers and other work-from-anywhere talent with communities that are attracting new residents. We help workers find the right place, and we help communities build and promote programming to attract those workers.
How much does it cost?
We’re 100% supported by communities. If you are a worker that is thinking about making a move, our service is free.
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This community is participating in the MakeMyMove on-platform application process. Apply in a few minutes. You’ll receive a response to your application, and will have access to a team to help along the way.
Fill out our fast application form to share your information and why you’re interested in making a move.
Qualifying applicants will receive an introduction to the local sponsors of the program who will answer your questions, and help you decide if the community is the right fit.
Once you’ve been selected, we’ll confirm your eligibility for the program and facilitate a formal incentive offer from the community.
Accept the offer to reserve your spot, and let us know when you arrive to receive the incentive.