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Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Mountain Projects is also proud to offer the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program to HUD-assisted families. FSS is a voluntary, 5-year program designed to help move participating families from welfare dependency to self-sufficiency. A dedicated case manager supports each families’ efforts to improve their circumstances by connecting them with community resources, job
“I was born here in North Carolina, but I was away for 66 years,” Kate said. “Now that I’m back, my family is very impressed with all that is offered to seniors in Haywood County.”
Mountain Projects Head Start/Early Head Start in Haywood and Jackson Counties is seeking a Family Service Coordinator to work comprehensively in recruiting and enrolling children in the Head Start program. The family service worker will ensure the Head Start program services and community resources are available to enrolled children and
Mountain Projects has received a perfect score on the 2025 SEMAP evaluation from HUD, earning 135 out of 135 possible points and achieving HUD High Performer status in every category.
Friends and family, neighbors, donors, volunteers and Mountain Projects staff gathered in Bethel Village recently to celebrate Michelle Parker, a community member who lost her home in Clyde (twice!) due to the devastating floods from remnants of Tropical Storm Fred and Hurricane Helene.
“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
Mountain Projects has established food pantries at our Waynesville and Sylva offices to ensure we can provide food to households in need. We are accepting donations of shelf-stable foods and financial contributions to provide milk, cheese, juice, fruits, vegetables, and other proteins to these families.
Hands on Jackson is a day where community volunteer teams rally together to lend a helping hand to vulnerable neighbors in need. Mountain Projects was among more than 210 volunteers who completed 38+ projects today around Jackson County this morning.
