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What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

• A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
• A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
• A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

• 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
• Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
• Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

Raise a cup for a cause with us at the canine collaborative.
We’ll share Great food, amazing local beer, live music from The New Lefties, lots of pet-themed door prizes & party favors, and more as we benefit the Asheville Humane Society.

Our sponsors:
AVL Charcuterie will be donating their delicious charcuterie cups
Ginger’s Revenge will have a booth, giving out pours. Their seasonal ginger beer is amazing!
Archetype Brewing is donating a keg if ginger beer isn’t your thing.
Whistle Hop Brewing Company will be bringing their outdoor taproom to us.

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

Official 2021 Raffle Rules

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.

Growing Minds has announced a new Jumpstart Grant for farm to school projects. Pre-K through 12 schools, homeschool groups, teacher and nutrition education programs, and community organizations serving children and families within the 23 westernmost counties of North Carolina may apply for $500-$1,000 to provide children with positive local food and agriculture experiences. Eligible projects include edible school gardens, farm field trips, local food taste tests, or meals. In addition to funding, grantees may request supplemental training and/or technical assistance from the Growing Minds staff to help implement their project.

Grant applications are due Jan. 15, 2022.