Rooted in Community. Growing for Generations.
Grandfather Community Foundation strengthens the people and places that make our region special. Through grants, scholarships, and partnerships, we invest in lasting solutions that help neighbors thrive — today and for generations to come.
Hurricane Helene Relief
Grandfather Golf and Country Club members and friends donated $1.7 million for Hurricane Helene Relief. These funds helped individuals, non-profits, schools, and small businesses recover and rebuild. We will continue to provide long-term support for the recovery effort by providing resources to the Avery County Long Term Recovery Group.
Grant Opportunities
At Grandfather Community Foundation, our grants are designed to meet the unique needs of our region — supporting both the nonprofits serving our neighbors and the schools shaping our future. Through targeted funding, we help local leaders turn vision into action and ideas into lasting impact.
Our Mission
To identify avenues for the members of Grandfather Golf and Country Club to improve lives of the people of Avery County and mobilize the members to do so through education and service opportunities.
What we do
Strengthening Avery County, Together
Our three pillars — Community, Philanthropy, and Education — form the foundation of everything we do. Whether you’re a donor, volunteer, educator, or neighbor, there’s a place for you in this mission.
Words from our scholarship recipients
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We want to help you succeed, apply for a GCF sponsored Grant or Scholarship
Starting in 2021, we began awarding scholarships to Avery County High School seniors. We have helped students attending two-year and four-year schools. Find out more about how Grandfather Community Foundation can help you.
About GCF
Building a Stronger Community for Avery County
We strengthen Avery County by investing in its people, creating opportunity, and building a stronger, more connected community.
Get involved
Ready to make a difference?
Find out how you can make a lasting impact within the Avery community.
Donations
Want to lend a hand? Visit our donation page to see how you can support the Avery Community.
Volunteer
Come join us in Avery County! Our local events are for everyone—friends, family, and neighbors alike.
Contact
Get connected and make a difference in Avery County with the Grandfather Community Foundation.
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