T - Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

Giving together to enhance the quality and spirit of community life.  

To promote philanthropy in Western North Carolina and to develop community capital to address the changing needs of our area.

To strengthen the community for both present and future generations; to promote philanthropy, build and maintain a permanent collection of endowment funds, and serve as a trustworthy partner and leader in shaping effective responses to communities.

To advance philanthropy and improve the quality of life for all citizens in Polk County and Landrum.

To help people and places to move out of poverty and achieve greater social asnd economic justice.

To improve the quality of life and quality of health for the financially needy of North Carolina.

To work for charity, religion, education and better interfaith relations.

We mobilize people and organizations that inspire community change.

To connect people of all ages with opportunities to serve, to provide community agencies with essential resources and training, and to coordinate programs that raise awareness of and impact local needs.