HOLLA! Awarded $250,000 Golden Leaf Grant
HOLLA! has received a $250,000 grant from the North Carolina Golden Leaf Fund to modernize their facility, enhancing their ability to provide valuable community services.
Grant Ceremony
Golden LEAF Presentation
William Clarke and Dan Gerlach presented the check to HOLLA! representatives Leon Gatewood and Subrina Hough.
Ceremony Date
The official presentation took place during a ceremony on December 14.
Facility Modernization
The grant will fund modernization of HOLLA!'s community facility to enhance service delivery.
Community Center Vision
2006 Acquisition
HOLLA! acquired an 8400 sq. ft. building at 229 East Main Street in Morven, NC.
Development Plans
The organization plans to convert the property into a comprehensive community center.
Modernization
The Golden Leaf grant will fund facility upgrades to better serve community needs.
Planned Facility Features
Media & Learning
  • Media Center
  • Literary Cafe
  • Bookstore/Library
Gathering Spaces
  • Full Service Kitchen
  • Multi-purpose/Convention Room
  • Meeting Rooms
Recreation
  • Basketball Court
  • Tennis Court
  • Recreational Activities
Community Services

Parent Resources
Support services and resources for parents in the community

Internet Access
Available for families who don't have connectivity at home

Literary Resources
Bookstore/Library services in the Literary Cafe

Job Services
Employment resources and career development assistance
A Full-Service Community Facility
"The HOLLA! Resource and Community Development Center will be a full service facility for this community."
8,400
Square Feet
Size of the community center building
$250K
Grant Amount
Funding from Golden Leaf Foundation
704.851.3228
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