Mountain Projects, Inc.

Mountain Projects, Inc. Mountain Projects is a Community Action Agency serving Haywood & Jackson Counties, North Carolina

ANNUAL PICNIC - We closed a little early today to gather Mountain Projects staff for our annual picnic. It was a beautif...
06/04/2026

ANNUAL PICNIC - We closed a little early today to gather Mountain Projects staff for our annual picnic. It was a beautiful afternoon with sunshine and blue skies. Staff enjoyed grilled hamburgers and hotdogs while spending time with our favorite colleagues.

Thanks to all who could attend and to those who couldn't be with us - we missed you!
Here are a few photos from our afternoon - we are grateful for the time together.

PS - Thanks to Executive Director Si Simmons and his team for making this picnic wonderful.

MAKING STABILITY POSSIBLE — Because of your generosity, families across our mountain communities have found stability, h...
06/03/2026

MAKING STABILITY POSSIBLE — Because of your generosity, families across our mountain communities have found stability, hope, and a helping hand when they needed it most.

Every day, Mountain Projects helps neighbors facing difficult choices: paying rent or buying groceries, filling a prescription or paying a utility bill.

Your support of our Unmet Needs and Emergency Fund helps families stay housed, fed, healthy, and connected to the resources they need.

Donate today at www.MountainProjects.org/giving.

FROM PAPER MILL TO NURSING: Ashley’s Success StoryWhen the Canton Paper Mill closed its doors, Ashley Welch found hersel...
06/02/2026

FROM PAPER MILL TO NURSING: Ashley’s Success Story

When the Canton Paper Mill closed its doors, Ashley Welch found herself facing an uncertain future after nearly 17 years of dedicated employment. Like many workers affected by the closure, she was forced to rethink her career path and what came next.

Instead of allowing the loss of her job to define her future, Ashley chose to see it as an opportunity for a new beginning.

With support from the NCWorks Career Center - Haywood County WIOA National Dislocated Worker Grant program and guidance from the NC Works Career Center staff, Ashley began working toward her dream of becoming a nurse.

She started by enrolling in CNA classes and continued her education at Haywood Community College, completing prerequisites before entering nursing school.

Over the next three years, Ashley demonstrated incredible determination, perseverance, and hard work. Throughout her educational journey, the WIOA National Dislocated Worker Grant helped cover tuition, travel expenses, and supplies needed for classes and clinicals—allowing her to focus on achieving her goals.

Today, Ashley is a proud graduate with an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing and is preparing to make a difference in the lives of others through her new career.

Ashley credits the NCWorks Career Center staff, especially the WIOA Case Manager Sharon Greico, and the grant program for helping make her success possible.

Her story is a powerful reminder that with the right support, resources, and determination, setbacks can become new opportunities.

Congratulations, Ashley! We are proud of your accomplishments and honored to have been part of your journey. 🎉💙

06/02/2026

The 2026 Haywood County Recreation & Parks Senior Games & Silver Arts was a great success! Thank you to the Haywood County Senior Resource Center for always being a support and advocate for our seniors in the community!

𝒟𝑒𝒶𝓇 𝒻𝓇𝒾𝑒𝓃𝒹𝓈 𝑜𝒻 𝑀𝑜𝓊𝓃𝓉𝒶𝒾𝓃 𝒫𝓇𝑜𝒿𝑒𝒸𝓉𝓈,Our Spring 2026 Newsletter is here, and we’re excited to share it with you!Inside, you...
06/01/2026

𝒟𝑒𝒶𝓇 𝒻𝓇𝒾𝑒𝓃𝒹𝓈 𝑜𝒻 𝑀𝑜𝓊𝓃𝓉𝒶𝒾𝓃 𝒫𝓇𝑜𝒿𝑒𝒸𝓉𝓈,

Our Spring 2026 Newsletter is here, and we’re excited to share it with you!

Inside, you’ll find inspiring stories and you will see how Mountain Projects invested your donations to support recovery after the floods of Hurricane Helene.

📰 Read the latest Newsletter here: https://mountainprojects.org/newsletters/

Because of your generosity, families across our mountain communities have found stability, safety, and hope during some of the most challenging times of their lives.

If you’re able, consider giving at MountainProjects.org/giving. Your support makes a better community. Thank you!

NOW AVAILABLE: USDA Single Family Housing Repair LoansWhat does this program do? Also known as the USDA Section 504 Home...
05/30/2026

NOW AVAILABLE: USDA Single Family Housing Repair Loans

What does this program do? Also known as the USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program, it provides loans to very-low-income homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize their homes, or provides grants to elderly, very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards.

Who can apply for this program?

To qualify, you must:
- Be the homeowner and occupy the home
- Be unable to obtain affordable credit elsewhere
- Have a family income within the very-low-income limit

Purpose of the program: To keep rural homeowners in safe, habitable homes and prevent displacement

How may funds be used?
-Loans may be used to repair, improve or modernize homes or remove health and safety hazards
-Grants must be used to remove health and safety hazards

For more information on how to apply visit the USDA site link: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/single-family-housing-programs/single-family-housing-repair-loans-grants-8

🏠 APPLY NOW for the WNC Repair Readiness ProgramThe WNC Repair Readiness Program provides funded home repairs and energy...
05/29/2026

🏠 APPLY NOW for the WNC Repair Readiness Program

The WNC Repair Readiness Program provides funded home repairs and energy efficiency upgrades to qualifying homeowners in Haywood County.

The Southwestern Commission Council of Governments has partnered with the Western Piedmont Council of Governments to bring $6 million in Home Repair Readiness funding to our region.

🔧 What can this program help with?
Funding can cover important home repairs like:
• Roof repairs
• Plumbing and electrical work
• Heating & cooling (HVAC) fixes
• Septic system repairs
• Moisture and mold issues
…and more!

💲 Eligible households may receive up to $25,000 to make homes safe, stable, and ready for future energy-efficiency upgrades.

⭐ Who qualifies?
Priority is given to low- to moderate-income households impacted by Hurricane Helene.

To be eligible, you must:
• Own and live in the home as your primary residence
• Meet income requirements
• Show that repairs are not already covered by insurance or other programs
It's Free and there's no cost to apply! Visit www.WNCready.org.

⚠️ SCAM ALERT PROGRAM ⚠️Join the Haywood County Senior Resource Center, the North Carolina Secretary of State Office und...
05/28/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT PROGRAM ⚠️

Join the Haywood County Senior Resource Center, the North Carolina Secretary of State Office under Secretary Elaine Marshall, and the NC SHIIP Program for an important community presentation focused on scams, fraud prevention, and protecting yourself from financial exploitation.

📅 Thursday, June 4
🕘 9:30 a.m.
📍 Haywood County Senior Resource Center
81 Elmwood Way, Waynesville

Attendees will hear valuable information about scams and fraud impacting North Carolinians, including presentations from representatives of the NC Senior Medicare Patrol and the Haywood County Sheriff's Office - North Carolina discussing scams affecting local citizens and seniors in our community.

Plus, attendees will have the chance to enter a raffle to win one of TWO shredders!

To register, call 356-2800 and learn how to better protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud and scams.

🦷 REGISTER NOW for the Mobile Dental Unit! 🦷The Blue Ridge Health Mobile Dental Unit will be at First United Methodist C...
05/27/2026

🦷 REGISTER NOW for the Mobile Dental Unit! 🦷

The Blue Ridge Health Mobile Dental Unit will be at First United Methodist Church of Waynesville June 15–18, 2026, providing dental services for community members in Haywood County.

📍 Location: First United Methodist Church of Waynesville
📅 Dates: June 15–18, 2026
⏰ Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🚌 Transportation available through Haywood Public Transit: 828-565-0362
🌎 Bilingual services available
✅ Accepting all insurances, Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding fee based on income

Please note: No walk-ins will be accepted. Appointments and pre-appointment paperwork are required.

To register and schedule your appointment, please call Jan Plummer at 828-492-4111.

A special thank you to the organizations making this opportunity possible for our community:
💙 Get Covered WNC
💙 UNIDXS WNC
💙 Blue Ridge Health
💙 First United Methodist Church of Waynesville
💙 Sylva First United Methodist Church
💙 Mountain Projects

Together, these partners are helping bring important dental care services directly to local families.
____________________

🦷 ¡Ya se están programando citas para la Unidad Dental Móvil de Blue Ridge Health! 🦷

La Unidad Dental Móvil de Blue Ridge Health estará en la First United Methodist Church de Waynesville del 15 al 18 de junio de 2026, ofreciendo servicios dentales para los miembros de la comunidad del condado de Haywood.

📍 Lugar: First United Methodist Church of Waynesville
📅 Fechas: 15–18 de junio de 2026
⏰ Horario: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
🚌 Transporte disponible a través de Haywood Public Transit: 828-565-0362
🌎 Servicios bilingües disponibles
✅ Se aceptan todos los seguros médicos, Medicaid, Medicare y tarifas ajustadas según los ingresos

Por favor tenga en cuenta: No se aceptarán personas sin cita previa. Se requiere cita y completar la documentación antes de la cita.

Para registrarse y programar una cita, llame a Jan Plummer al 828-492-4111.

Un agradecimiento especial a las organizaciones que hacen posible esta oportunidad para nuestra comunidad:
💙 Get Covered WNC
💙 UNIDXS WNC
💙 Blue Ridge Health
💙 First United Methodist Church of Waynesville
💙 Sylva First United Methodist Church
💙 Mountain Projects

Juntos, estos colaboradores están ayudando a brindar importantes servicios de salud dental directamente a las familias locales.

Address

2177 Asheville Road
Waynesville, NC
28786

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+18284521447

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Mountain Projects, Inc. posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share