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

MISSION:

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 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 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS THROUGH GOLF AND DINING.

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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 OUR COMMUNITY WITH THE BENEFIT OF A LOW COST FACILITY FOR LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE ARTS AND THEATRE.

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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.

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

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

MISSION:

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

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

PROVIDING AFFORDABLE OFFICE SPACE TO ORGANIZATIONS WHO OFFER COMMUNITY SERVICE.