Looking Into The Future

Written By: Josh Bryson, Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation | Issue: Winter - 2023

Charlotte Muir

The holiday season is a time of reflection and gratitude for what we have achieved and the promise of what lies ahead. It is a time of renewal and rejuvenation, and for the Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation, it is also a time of transition. The Health Foundation is excited to welcome Charlotte Muir as its new Executive Director and looks forward to the positive impact her leadership will bring.

Muir joined the Health Foundation after serving as the executive director of the Highlands Biological Foundation since 2018. She significantly expanded the donor base and annual gifts during her tenure, fostered strategic collaborations with the Highlands Nature Center, and successfully cultivated new board members and stakeholders. Muir’s experience and expertise make her an ideal fit for the Health Foundation, and she is excited to take on this new challenge.

“I am thrilled to join the Health Foundation team,” said Muir. “Having witnessed firsthand the profound impact they’ve made on our community since 2019, I am incredibly honored for the opportunity to lead this organization alongside such a strong board of directors and staff. The Health Foundation’s unwavering commitment to our region ensures that we are set to reach even greater heights in our mission to enhance health and wellness within our community.”

As we move into the new year, the Health Foundation remains focused on its goal of forging a path toward a healthier and more connected future. Their vision is to create a community where well-being thrives and resilience prevails, and it has made significant progress toward this goal over the past five years. Through key collaborations and partnerships, the Health Foundation has built access to primary care and supported the mental health and well-being of residents on the Plateau and beyond.

Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation’s recent investment of $1.4 million in the community through 14 grants made to lo-cal organizations in 2023 is a testament to its commitment to the Plateau and beyond. By committing this support for the Plateau and its residents, the Health Foundation can help ensure that all people have access to primary healthcare services regardless of financial status and address crucial mental health concerns, particularly among our youth.

As we celebrate the holiday season and look forward to the new year, it is a time to come together, reflect on what we have accomplished, and renew our commitment to creating positive change in our community. Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is positioned and ready to continue to significantly impact the Plateau’s health and well-being in 2024 and beyond.

The Health Foundation would like to express its most profound appreciation to the community for its warm and generous support of our mission. Together, we can make a significant and lasting impact on the lives of our citizens and help ensure that every person in our community has access to the care they need.Happy New Year!