Paddison Endowment Application 2024

The Paddison High School Endowment was made possible by a donation to the six traditional high schools through the Buncombe County Schools Foundation after the death of Ms. Ruth Paddison.  The account was created for the use and benefit of these six institutions to enhance educational opportunities for students.  Funds are earmarked to support projects that address the educational needs at each school.  After the initial investment of funds, a trust sub-account for each school was established according to the terms outlined by Ms. Paddison.

Biltmore Lake Foundation Grant 2024

The Biltmore Lake Charitable Fund was created to improve the quality of life in the Enka-Candler community by supporting education, economic development, health care and community development projects. Grants range from $2,500 to $10,000 for nonprofit organizations and public agencies for programmatic needs, capital needs and operating expenses. Projects should benefit the greater Enka-Candler community and not primarily the Biltmore Lake community or its residents.

Requests that exhibit the greatest community benefit, including education, economic development, health care and projects promoting community development, such as the arts and quality of life issues, will be given the highest consideration. The number of people served, significance of work, track record of the applicant and potential for positive outcomes will be considered.

Unlike the Paddison Grant, the Biltmore Grant is one project to benefit the whole school.