Looking Back: 5 Inspiring Stories from 2019

Looking Back: 5 Inspiring Stories of Community in Action in 2019

As we continue to move forward into a new year and this next decade together, we're reflecting on the highlights from this past year and how we were able to collectively show up, support one another, and create a more equitable place for us all to call home. Through community volunteerism, corporate and small business sponsorship, leadership giving, and educational events, we were able to accomplish so much together, proving the impact we can have when we choose to Live United.

Here's to Tackling 2020

Before I write another word, I want to thank you for your belief in the power of community and in United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County. 

As your new President and CEO, I’ve spent my first six months on the job meeting as many volunteers, donors and community leaders as possible. I wanted to hear first-hand what you value about our United Way and hope we’ll take on in the years ahead. 

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Brumit Restaurant Group Makes Formal Check Presentation to United Way

Submitted by Elisabeth on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 1:23pm

 

Where can you and your family find K-12 tutoring support, build parent-teacher relationships, get a free and nutritious meal for the whole family, AND connect with community resources? At one of the weekly Homework Diners hosted by United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County.

Last year we served almost 8,000 meals at these weekly events and we couldn't do it without the support of great partners like the Brumit Restaurant Group. 

Days of Impact 2019: Volunteerism in Action

Days of Impact 2019

Every year, volunteers roll up their sleeves and dig in to tackle impactful projects that support local community nonprofits and schools addressing critical needs. This year's Days of Impact showed us once again how powerful a group of committed citizens, dedicating a few hours of their time, can be. More than 460 volunteers from 38 local businesses and organizations shared their time and talents this year, helping to address critical community needs at 25 nonprofits throughout Buncombe County. 

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NC 2-1-1 is There for People on What May be the Most Difficult Day of Their Life

Submitted by Elisabeth on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 3:17pm

 

Three numbers, 2-1-1, can mean the world of difference for people facing any number of health or life challenges, and your donations to United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County are essential to keeping this resource available for people within a 16 county region in western North Carolina.