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Golden LEAF Scholarship Alumni Spotlight: Ashlin Elliott

Name: Ashlin Elliott High School Attended: Columbia High School Home County: Tyrrell County College(s) Attended/…

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Golden LEAF revamps website to improve outreach, enhance user experience, move economic needle

The Golden LEAF Foundation recently revamped its website to improve outreach, enhance user experience, and…

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Scholarship Program enhanced to increase access to workforce training and education in rural communities

The Golden LEAF Foundation awards funds to provide scholarships for both high school and community…

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Open Grants Program revised as a result of strategic plan

The Golden LEAF Foundation Board of Directors approved changes to the Open Grants Program at…

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Two companies announce 189 new jobs, $233.75 million in investment in rural N.C. communities

Last week, two companies in rural eastern North Carolina communities announced expansions that will create…

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Golden LEAF Board prioritizes agriculture projects to support economic growth

The Golden LEAF Foundation Board recently adopted a long-term strategic plan to serve as a…

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Golden LEAF announces requests for proposals, job posting to support implementation of key components of the strategic plan

“To help address some of the economic challenges facing North Carolina, the Golden LEAF Board…

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Golden LEAF hosts Western NC funder forum

The Golden LEAF Foundation recently hosted a funder forum in support of  its Community-Based Grants…

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Critical Conversations with Scott T. Hamilton featuring Richard Linton, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at N.C. State

Recently, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer Scott T. Hamilton sat down with Rich Linton,…

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Cumberland Grow helps electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry trade employers fill positions

In Cumberland County, the local District Attorney, local law enforcement agencies, and Fayetteville Technical Community…