The Highland Center
Programs
Economic Development and Community Support
Economic and Community Development Programs: operates the historic building, formerly a a school- rental space for businesses, retreats,fundraisers and private and cultural events. Staff provide support for economic development and revitalization in the areaGeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$113.9KLocal Foods and Agriculture Initiatives
Local foods and agriculture: operated the Highland Farmers Market a product driven market selling locally grown items for more than 25 years. Offered space for a community incubator kitchen supporting local food entrepeneurs. Other local foods programs were coordinated with regional farmers and agriculture professionals to promote and market local livestock and food products to consumer markets.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$17.4KYouth Employment and Leadership Programs
Youth programs: Youth employment programs provided local worksites for 8 youth workers. Engaged agencies and community organizations in a Youth Coalition to support Highland youth-related initiatives. Sponsored the Highland Youth Philanthropy Council, a dynamic youth leadership programs for high school students to engage in philanthropy education and grant making to local projects in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$9K
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