SAC Information & Reference Directory

Permanent facts, records, and links related to Southern Appalachian Creations (SAC).

INDEX: ON THIS PAGE

1. About Southern Appalachian Creations (SAC)

Organization Name: Southern Appalachian Creations (SAC)

Nonprofit Status: SAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the State of ______.

Mission / Purpose: SAC supports, preserves, and promotes the folk arts and creative traditions of Appalachia.

History Snapshot:
Founded: [Year]
Founder: [Name]
Focus Area: Appalachian folk art, crafts, and stories

2. Legal and Tax Information

Legal Name: Southern Appalachian Creations

EIN: [XX-XXXXXXX]

State of Incorporation: [State]

“SAC is recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.”

Mailing Address for Official Correspondence:
[Street Address or PO Box]
[City, State, Zip]

Fine Print: Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor. See section 6 for more details.

3. Museums Featuring Appalachia

This list includes museums that feature Appalachian art, culture, and history.

  • Museum of Appalachia – Norris, TN
  • Asheville Art Museum – Asheville, NC
  • Appalachian Center for Craft – Smithville, TN
  • [Museum Name] – [City, State]

4. Schools and Educational Programs

  • Berea College – Berea, KY – Focuses on traditional craft and labor
  • Appalachian State University – Boone, NC – Offers Appalachian Studies program
  • [School / Program Name] – [City, State] – [Short descriptor]

5. How to Send Photos and Stories

Email submissions to: [email address]

Subject line use: “Photo for SAC” or “Story for SAC”

What to include in body of email:
  • Your name
  • Location (City, State)
  • Short description of the photo or story

File types accepted: JPG, PNG, PDF

Submission Agreement: By sending materials, you agree that SAC may use them in newsletters, online content, and printed materials, as appropriate.

6. Donations and Donor Recognition

How to Give:

Use of Donations: Gifts support SAC’s work with Appalachian artists, storytellers, and communities.

Donor Page Reference: View our current list of supporters here: [Link to "Page of Donors"]

Fine Print: SAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations unless stated otherwise. Please keep your receipt for your records.

7. Volunteers, Workers, and Records

SAC relies on volunteers and workers who share a commitment to Appalachian culture and folk art. This section serves as a reference for roles, expectations, and required records.

Volunteer / Worker Handling:
  • Basic expectations include following SAC policies and respecting artists and communities.
  • For detailed volunteer guidelines, see: [Link to Volunteer page or PDF].
Permanent Records Kept on File:
  • Volunteer and staff contact information (not public).
  • Signed agreements or waivers.
  • Required legal and financial records (kept per legal/CPA advice).

Note: SAC is seeking guidance from legal and accounting professionals regarding HR and record-keeping requirements. This section may be updated as policies are clarified.

8. SAC-Says Newsletter and Communication Archive

This section helps readers find items mentioned in SAC-Says and other SAC communications.

Key Articles / Announcements Index
  • Isabella Barnhardt Profile – Oct 2023 – [Link]
  • Annual Quilt Show Announced – Sept 2023 – [Link]
  • [Title] – [Date] – [Link]
Reference Items Index
  • “How to submit event information” – [Link]
  • “Event calendar” – [Link]
  • “Artist profiles hub” – [Link]
© [Year] Southern Appalachian Creations. A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit.