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Local education foundation awarded $50,000 to support district initiatives, seeks volunteer capacity
Summary
The Transylvania County Education Foundation reported receiving a $50,000 grant from the Pisgah Health Foundation and discussed programs including Backpack Buddies, teacher supply closet and creative classroom grants; foundation leaders said funds will support plans to create a paid staff position.
Carrie Norris, speaking in her capacity with the Transylvania County Education Foundation, told the board on Oct. 20 that the volunteer-run foundation received a $50,000 award from the Pisgah Health Foundation.
Norris described the foundation as a 501(c)(3) made up of volunteers that supports…
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