What our partners do...

 The Rural Growth Initiative (RGI) is engaged in diverse projects to promote economic development and revitalization. Their initiatives include strategic planning with local sectors, comprehensive studies on remote workers, enhancing digital capabilities for small businesses, and implementing innovative workforce strategies to attract and retain skilled professionals. 

RHI is a landscape architecture, planning, and urban design studio established in 1986. Our multidisciplinary staff has been widely recognized for creating and preserving iconic landscapes; revitalizing main street and downtown districts; and helping communities craft equitable, resilient, and inspired plans for future growth and development.

 CDM Smith is a global privately owned engineering and construction firm providing legendary client service and smart solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities. In 1947, CDM Smith was founded with a commitment to maintain the constant pursuit of excellence, placing responsibility to our clients second only to responsibility to the public. With the power of independence, we make decisions based on what’s best for our clients and our employees.

The Foundation works with National Park Service, individuals, and organizations to address critical needs along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Parkway programs and initiatives must meet two criteria: to have a lasting value and to enhance the quality of the visitor experience.

The Foundation also sponsors the Kids in Parks program, along with the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation. The program's mission is to increase physical activity of children and their families, decrease time spent using electronic devices, and engage a new generation of park stewards.

 Moonshot Global Consulting is a firm specializing in innovative solutions for global development challenges. Led by Courtney S. Roberts, the company operates in over 40 countries and offers services in four main areas: Evidence and Impact, Learning, Strategy and Engagement, and Sustainable Investment Advisory. Moonshot Global focuses on tailoring impact verification engagements to meet client needs, aligning with industry standards and effectively measuring and managing impact. Their work spans various sectors including agriculture, education, finance, and health, utilizing advanced data strategies and innovation to drive development and humanitarian projects