People with Disabilities Working to Feed the World

Organization:

Transylvania Vocational Services

Amount:

$195,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Transylvania

Year:

2011

Description:

This Golden LEAF grant will help Transylvania Vocational Services, Inc. (TVS) create 25 new jobs, at least 80% of which are for people with disabilities. Funds will be used to purchase equipment that will allow TVS to expand its packaging operations and secure new contracts. Over the long term the project will support the creation of up to 20 additional jobs as the program expands. The average wage of the new positions will be $13.00 per hour.

Contact:

Mrs. Nancy B. StrickerP.O. Box 1115Brevard, North Carolina 28712(828) 884-3195

Areas Served:

Transylvania

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