To promote the development of the social, economic, and educational life of the communities of Burke and Caldwell Counties.
Partner with private landowners to voluntarily protect farmland and lands with scenic and ecological value using conservation easements.
BREDL's mission is environmental education in at-risk communities.
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area serves as the steward of the living traditions of our region, protecting and promoting the unique music, crafts, outdoors, foodways and Cherokee culture unique to Western North Carolina. Honoring the past, we make investments in rural communities for the benefit of present and future generations.
To protect and preserve the Blue Ridge Parkway for future generations.
To promote and support opportunities for families and children.
To promote equality, safety, and quality of life for western North Carolina’s LGBTQ and allied communities, working as a united community through advocacy, celebration, education and service.
Dedicated to nourishing ecological stewardship, community service, and spiritual practice in shared fellowship.
At Bluestem, conservation of the land, along with stewardship of the fields, woodlands, water features, native wildlife and habitat, are all privileges that we are granted by Nature. We practice solitary and shared experiences of caring for the earth that include silent meditation and reflection, spirited community gatherings, and the support of individuals and families with the sacred act of green burial. We envision a shared community space where every person and natural being can find solace and rest at Bluestem.
To work for charity, religion, education and better interfaith relations.