Community Foundation of Henderson County

Founded in 1982, Community Foundation of Henderson County serves the entire Community by receiving, managing, distributing funds for charitable purposes, and consultation on charitable programs to fulfill donor's wishes. Contributions may be pooled and invested, so that the income provides a permanent source of grant monies for general or specific purposes. The Foundation awards grants through both competitive and non- competitive processes with the greatest number of grants being non-competitive, including designated and donor advised grants. Grants were awarded to 388 organizations representing a broad spectrum of services. Grants are categorized into nine program areas: animal care, arts and culture, civic and Community affairs, conservation, education, health, human services, religious, and other. The Foundation uses strategies on convening Community interest; engage leadership, volunteers and organizations to work collaboratively on Community issues.

The Foundation was originally founded with funds designated for scholarship purposes. Over the years, this area of focus has grown to now include 114 scholarships funds. The Foundation administers a scholarship program that each year helps local students pursue their dreams and goals at colleges, universities, and trade or technical schools. In the fiscal year 2022- 2023, academic awards and scholarships were awarded to 264 individuals primarily in Henderson County, north carolina. The majority of the Foundation scholarships are based on academic ability and financial need. However, some scholarships have specific eligibility requirements based on the donor's charitable desires. Actual awards vary depending upon the available income in each individual scholarship fund.