The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Highlands

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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THE MISSION OF HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS LAND TRUST, INC. (HCLT) IS TO IDENTIFY AND PRESERVE PLACES OF EXCEPTIONAL NATURAL BEAUTY, VALUABLE NATURAL RESOURCE, AND THREATENED WILDLIFE HABITAT THROUGH APPROPRIATE CONSERVATION MEASURES AND TO PROTECT VALUABLE LAND RESOURCES FOR ALL GENERATIONS.

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THE HIGHLANDS CASHIERS HEALTH FOUNDATION EXISTS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF ALL PEOPLES IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA

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THE ORGANIZATION IS A PRIVATE CLUB CREATED FOR THE SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL BENEFIT OF ITS MEMBERS.

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TO PROVIDE SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS THROUGH GOLF AND DINING.

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The goal of this organization is to sponsor, organize and promote fairs and festivals. Includes collectible/antique fairs, county and state fairs, street fairs, festivals, parades, and other similar activities during religious and patriotic holidays and other special occasions.

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TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY VENUES AND PERFORMING ARTS FOR THE HIGHLANDS - CASHIERS COMMUNITY.

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THE BASCOM CREATES VISUAL ART EXPERIENCES THAT INSPIRE AND EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH SEEING, THINKING AND DOING.

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THE MISSION OF THE HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER IS TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE, HIGH-QUALITY, PRESCHOOL CHILD CARE AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN A SAFE & LOVING ENVIRONMENT TO YOUNG CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.

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TO ACTIVELY PROMOTE AND SUPPORT BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIANS

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The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

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THE MOUNTAIN ENRICHES LIVES, FOSTERS AN APPRECIATION OF THE NATURAL WORLD, HONORS THE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF ALL THINGS, AND INSPIRES PEOPLE TO BUILD INCLUSIVE, MEANINGFUL, SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT THEIR LIVES. THE MOUNTAIN IS AN EXEMPLARY RETREAT, CAMP AND LEARNING CENTER THAT CELEBRATES UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST PRINCIPLES, INSPIRES PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, TRANSFORMS LIVES, AND BUILDS A MORE COMPASSIONATE WORLD.

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TO MAKE AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE THE RECORDED KNOWLEDGE OF CIVILIZATION AND THUS PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE THE FREE FLOW OF INFORMATION, THE ENJOYMENT OF READING, AND AN APPRECIATION OF THE CHALLENGE OF IDEAS. WE DO THIS THROUGH SPONSORSHIP AND SUPPORT TO THE HUDSON LIBRARY, A PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATED IN HIGHLANDS, NC.

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THE VINACAPITAL FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER THE YOUTH AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAM BY PROVIDING THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH THROUGH HEALTH & EDUCATION PROJECTS

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TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP IN SUPPORT OF THE EXISTING BUSINESS COMMUNITY AND TO PROMOTE FAVORABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH WHILE RESPECTING THE TRADITIONS THAT ARE HIGHLANDS

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Human Services - Multipurpose and Other major group area.

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THE CORPORATION PROVIDES A FIVE WEEK MUSIC FESTIVAL EACH SUMMER.

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ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED AND PROVIDES FREE MEDICAL CARE FOR INHABITANTS OF THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIANS IN MACON AND SOUTHERN JACKSON COUNTY OF NORTH CAROLINA.

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TO PRESERVE AND PROMOTE THE RICH HERITAGE OF HIGHLANDS FOR PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

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The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.