Here's mission is to end homelessness throughout jackson county by providing temporary emergency shelter, housing focused case management services and short term assistance.

To provide nutritious meals to the hungry and food insecure in jackson county, nc in a welcoming environment. we do this through our soup kitchen, food pantry, and community garden programs.

The mission of the balsam mountain trust is the stewardship of the natural and cultural resources on balsam mountain preserve and the blue ridge mountain region, achieved through effective land management practices, scientific research and environmental education. the balsam mountain trust inspires people to be responsible stewards of the natural and cultural resources of the southern blue ridge mountains through education and conservation leadership.

To establish, promote and maintain a christian school.

Rehabilitation facility for training and job placement of disabled and disadvantaged individuals.

Education and cultural exchanges between haiti and the us along with development work in rural haiti

To improve the quality of life for young children and families in western north carolina by encouraging advocacy and collaboration and funding services that focus on prevention and early intervention.

Partnering with individuals and the community to enhance, advocate for and support personal choices, independent living and community inclusion.

The foundation, through its initiatives, partners with southwestern community college in its efforts to offer high quality, innovative instruction and support. see full mission statement on page 2

Promoting healing for abused children through local, specialized medical evaluations in partnership with children's advocacy centers

To preserve the historic hooper house for lectures, education and affordable office space for civic and charitable organizations

Protection of life and property from fire and other disaster. emergency medical response. fire prevention and education.

To receive gifts, manage funds, and disburse funds for the benefit of sylva first united methodist and the community

To end interpersonal violence in the community through prevention, intervention, and educational services.

Provision of recovery services, child and family services, and substance abuse services.

Provide a food pantry, personal items, and finanical assistance for essential bills to residents of jackson county.