Owen Middle School is opening its doors in a way that goes beyond typical school events. Families are invited to enjoy a free meal, games, and the chance to connect with neighbors and school staff—but it’s the sense of community that keeps them coming back.
United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is fortunate to work with hundreds of dedicated volunteers. From workplace groups to individual volunteers, those who find service opportunities through United Way’s Hands On Asheville-Buncombe website join a robust, diverse community. Through volunteering, you help to shape Buncombe County.
United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is proud to host this evening of community impact, celebrating and recognizing the individuals, organizations, and companies making significant contributions to ensure that we ALL live in a united and resilient community where everyone belongs and everyone thrives.
In honor of Women's History Month and in partnership with Women United, Tanger Outlets Asheville is hosting a community donation drive from March 1 - 31. The drive is an opportunity to donate essential hygiene and personal care items to benefit women and girls in Buncombe County. Donations will be distributed to community members through ABCCM and Helpmate.
The third wave of AmeriCorps NCCC volunteers have arrived. Read more about how they are helping communities recover post-Helene...
On March 1, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County disbursed $800,000 among nine organizations supporting recovery efforts in Buncombe County. This investment brings the organization’s total Helene-related funding to $5,332,547.
Our friends at Moxy Hotel would love for you to drop by to sip, snack, socialize, and support United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County at an upcoming art exhibition featuring Chris Peterson.
From Buncombe County's Early Childhood Education & Development Committee (ECE):
ECE wants to hear the community's thoughts and experiences with local childcare and support for parents with young children.
At a recent principal's meeting, a few highlights from each school were shared. Here's a summary from that session:
On an ordinary school afternoon, something extraordinary is happening across our nine Community Schools.
United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is excited to be the premier charity partner for iDaph Events Asheville Marathon & Half on Saturday, March 21st.
We're looking for volunteers to help run the show. Cool part? For each volunteer we recruit who fulfills their shift, UWABC will receive $25 per volunteer hour from iDaph Events!
Come and be a part of the fun.