***Hurricane Relief Fund ***

Contributions can be made by visiting the link below or scanning the QR Code.

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/AUXPJUZJUTRU4

QR code to access relief donation fund

To donate to the Brook Cecilia Cheuvront Memorial Scholarship, please click the link below:

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/HVRHY8TWWBJ8W

Avery County Schools Education Foundation

Link to Local Scholarships: 2024-2025 Scholarship Guide

Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines and Information

Mission Statement  

The mission of the Avery County School's Education Foundation is to enrich the lives of children enrolled in Avery County schools by providing financial access to educational experiences and scholarship opportunities which will enable qualified graduates to further their education.

Vision Statement  

Our vision is to open doors for students in Avery County Schools by maximizing community investment through the Avery County Education Foundation

Core Beliefs and Values

Beliefs

  • Communities are stronger when we invest in our children.

  • The potential and personal growth for every student is essential.

  • Financial resources should not be an obstacle to students seeking further educational experiences.

Values

  • Integrity – we value honesty, respect, personal responsibility and strength of character in all that we do as an educational foundation.

  • Community Partnerships -

    • We believe that Avery County is stronger when we work together, therefore, we believe it is essential to collaborate in all that we do.

    • We believe the greater the investment in students then the stronger our communities become.

  • Leadership - we strive to be a leader in the community by providing a catalyst for educational, community and business partnerships.

Stewardship

We will serve as responsible stewards of all funds entrusted with the foundation. We are transparent in our accounting practices and make responsible decisions to achieve our mission.

Chair: Susan Johnson

Treasurer: Phillip Barrier

Secretary: Lan Holtsclaw

Members: 

Justin Ray

Richard Hunnicutt

Garland Hunnicutt

Natalie Earnhardt

Edwina Sluder

Missy Lyons

Ex Officio:

Erika Eller

Jennifer O'Briant 

Dan Brigman

If you have any questions please email Erika Eller at erikaeller@averyschools.net

Scholarship Coordinator

Erika Eller

erikaeller@averyschools.net

(828) 733-0151 Ext: 3562