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County staff outlines FY24–25 nonprofit grants totaling $182,250 and recovery services
Summary
County staff reported $182,250 in FY24–25 funding across four nonprofits (Freedom Life Avery, High Country Community Health, Marjorie Williams Academy, MRJC) and described program outcomes including client counts, Narcan distributions and a newly opened Elk Park community hub.
County staff delivered an update on Oct. 6 summarizing fiscal‑year 2024–25 awards totaling $182,250 distributed among four nonprofit organizations and the services those groups provided.
The presenter said Freedom Life Avery received $56,250 across two strategies, served 116 clients and advanced plans for an Elk Park community hub; High Country Community Health received $50,000 and recorded 164 patient encounters at local clinics while distributing Narcan kits and opening a "purple pantry" for community wellness items; Marjorie Williams Academy received $25,000 for an ACE‑targeted education program serving 11 students; and MRJC Mediation & Restorative Justice Center received $51,000 to support peer‑support services, post‑overdose outreach and distribution of Narcan kits.
Why it matters: The grants support recovery and public-health services tied to the county—ontinuing response to Hurricane Helene and to ongoing community needs. Staff said some programs were disrupted by the hurricane but remained active as recovery continued.
Details provided included counts of clients served, Narcan distribution totals (over 100 kits distributed by MRJC during the year), and the addition of a full‑time case manager at Freedom Life (Jeremy Champion). Staff offered to provide more detailed breakdowns and partner contact information on request.
Next steps: Staff will continue quarterly reporting on nonprofit outcomes and will schedule public input meetings for the next funding cycle (anticipated February 2026).
