The Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree

Organization:

Mitchell County Development Foundation, Inc.

Amount:

$250,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Mitchell

Year:

2007

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to support a small business development project and branding and marketing initiative for Mitchell County utilizing its designation as the “Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree.” The goal is to create as many as 150 jobs over the next 5 years. Golden LEAF funds will be used for research and development and marketing development.

Contact:

Ms. Shirley A. HisePO Box 858Spruce Pine, North Carolina 28777(828) 765-9033

Areas Served:

Mitchell

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