$3.3M in expenses

The Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Polk County, NC, and the surrounding areas. It fulfills this mission by: Awarding grants from unrestricted funds to support meaningful local nonprofit projects Providing vocational and college scholarships to local students Distributing income from endowment funds according to donor or nonprofit guidelines Administering planned giving programs Offering resources and meeting spaces for nonprofits Helping donors and nonprofits achieve their charitable goals The Foundation currently administers over 225 charitable funds. In response to Hurricane Helene, the Board of Directors authorized the use of the Emergency Relief Fund to address urgent community needs. Additionally, three new grantmaking funds were established: The Repair and Rebuilding Fund The Green River Restoration Fund The Pacolet Valley Restoration Fund These funds enabled the launch of a streamlined grant application process, allowing for the quick and effective distribution of critical resources. They support organizations focused on recovery, reconstruction, and restoration efforts, as well as those impacted by the storm, helping them reopen and continue serving the community.