Endowment Committee Mission Statement
The Endowment Committee shall promote and expand local philanthropy and ensure the wise investment of its funds in order to provide resources necessary to carry out the mission of Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry. This it shall do in a spirit of compassion and encouragement.
​During the past six years, SVCM has provided food to 72,866 individuals (40% were children). We have also provided shelter to 396 individuals since the shelter opened on November 1, 2010. 11,691 households have been provided with fuel and electric assistance during the past six years.
" ...The Lord replied, 'My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you during your times of trial and suffering. When you saw only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.'" - From the poem Footprints In The Sand

ways to contribute

Please consider gifts in the form of cash or check, as well as stocks, bonds, life insurance policies, IRA's, matching gifts, property, or real estate. You can also give by way of a bequest as stated in your will. Your generosity will live on through your bequest. Your endowment gift says to the Ministry and the Swannanoa Valley community that we will continue to assist residents in need.
Please contact your tax advisor for information on planned giving and tax implications. Gifts are tax deductible and greatly appreciated.
We ask you prayerfully consider leaving your footprints in the sand for those in need in our community today and in the future.
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Physical Address:
​​101 N. Ridgeway Avenue, Black Mountain NC 28711 
Mailing Address: 
​PO Box 235, Black Mountain NC 28711
​Main Number: 828-669-9404
Email: svcmdirector@gmail.com
​Non-Discrimination Policy
 Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (hereinafter referred to as SVCM) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.  These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing or staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.  SVCM is an equal opportunity employer.  We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.