Macon County Community Foundation

The Macon County Community Foundation is a growing family of philanthropic funds, source of grants for local causes and partner for donors. MCCF was founded in 1991 and is led by a local volunteer advisory board that helps build community assets through the creation of permanent endowments, makes grants and leverages leadership – all for the benefit of Macon County.

The MCCF, through the NC Community Foundation, makes it easy to become a philanthropist, whatever your means or charitable goals. You can open an endowment for your favorite cause at any time – or contribute to an existing fund in any amount.

The MCCF board advises the Macon County Community Fund, the unrestricted community grantmaking fund, to support local needs. This competitive grants program is held annually. Because advisory board members live and work in Macon County, they can leverage resources to help meet local needs and access opportunities.

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Macon County Community Foundation awards more than $14,000 in grants

 The Macon County Community Foundation (MCCF) has awarded $14,600 in grants to programs supporting the local community. The board of advisors granted: $500 to Blue Ridge Bartram Trail…

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Community grants available from the Macon County Community Foundation

The board of advisors of the Macon County Community Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits serving needs in the local community. Funds are available for nonprofit organiza…

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