The Foundation for Mitchell County serves donors and nonprofits. This endowment fund was established in 1999 by caring individuals who recognized the importance of a permanent charitable capital resource to support the ever-changing needs and opportunities in Mitchell County.
We have a winner!
Dee Medford Baker is the lucky winner of the lapis lazuli pendant, generously donated to the Foundation for Mitchell County by Delphia Lamberson. Medford teaches biology at Lees-McRae College and is pictured here with her daughter, Loren Dae. Medford lives in Spruce Pine with her husband Richard, who owns the Pine Valley Motel.
Grateful thanks to Delphia Lamberson for donating the handmade pendent on sterling silver chain with lapis lazuli in bedrock set in sterling silver, valued $850.
Contributions made to the Foundation for Mitchell County are pooled and invested by The Community Foundation. Proceeds from the investments are used to make grants while the original gifts remain intact, continuing to grow for the benefit of future generations.
Nonprofit organizations and public institutions may apply to the Foundation for Mitchell County for support. Review the guidelines and application information for the Janirve Legacy Fund Grants for more details.
You can make a difference in Mitchell County by making a tax-deductible gift of cash, securities, life insurance or real estate. By pooling your gift with those of your neighbors, you can provide significant support for local needs.
A Foundation for Mitchell County grant to the Penland School of Crafts launched the Subs With SuitCASES program.