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Foundation distributes $350K in grants to environmental groups
- The Pigeon River Fund awarded 12 grants totaling $350,365 to regional environmental groups.
- Funds will support surface water quality improvements and habitat restoration in Western North Carolina.
- Grants support Asheville GreenWorks to expand cleanup operations and recruit volunteers.
- Funds to Conserving Carolina help cover transaction costs on conservation easements along the Cane Creek floodplain.
- The environmental programs will monitor streams and engage volunteers in Haywood, Buncombe, and Madison counties.
- Other grants include support for water quality education programs in Buncombe County.
- The fund is part of the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina’s efforts since 1996.
- Restoration projects in Hurricane Helene-affected areas were funded with RiverLink involvement.
- The Town of Weaverville received funds to improve stormwater management and streambank stabilization.
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