United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

06/23/2026

From crisis response to long-term recovery, resilience is a community effort.

From investment breakdowns to volunteers in action, future preparedness, and powerful partnerships, community resiliency is at the heart of everything we do.

Whether responding to the devastation of Hurricane Helene or preparing for whatever comes next, our work takes a multi-pronged approach to strengthening our community for the long term.

Read more about how we’re building resilience together in our 2024–2025 Annual Report. 💙

🔗 https://issuu.com/unitedwayabc/docs/united_way_of_asheville_and_buncombe_county_annual

06/23/2026

Buncombe County Schools is serving free summer meals for all children and teens 18 and under.

To‑go meals: June 22–August 10 at Barnardsville Elementary, Leicester Elementary, and Pisgah Elementary. Pickup Mondays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Children must be present. Registration required.

Onsite meals: June 12–August 14 at AC Reynolds High, Community High, Hominy Valley Elementary, North Windy Ridge Intermediate, Erwin High, and Koontz Intermediate.
🥞 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 a.m.
🥗 Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📅 Monday–Friday

🚫 No meal service on July 3.

Rolling to Feed Bus lunch stops:

Hillcrest Apartments (10–10:45 a.m.)

Pisgahview Apartments (11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.)

Livingston Apartments (12:30–1:15 p.m.)

🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSrw1QHWIvFAhYHKxgOqBHDiVwW-46s4kPwq91HMFjxQ3ThA/viewform

06/18/2026

It's shaping up to be a summer full of Youth Opportunity.

We've got exciting events, programs, and stories on the horizon that we can't wait to share with you. For now, you'll just have to stay tuned. 😉

But you don't have to wait to learn about why Youth Opportunity is such an important focus of our work. Our 2025 Annual Report takes a deeper look at the challenges young people in our community face, the work we're doing alongside our partners to address them, and our vision for creating more opportunities for every child and young person to thrive.

As we gear up for a busy summer, we invite you to explore the stories, impact, and community-driven solutions that are helping shape a brighter future for Buncombe County.

Read the full report: https://issuu.com/unitedwayabc/docs/united_way_of_asheville_and_buncombe_county_annual

06/15/2026

Let's kick it off together!!

Help us collect 2,500 fully stocked backpacks for Buncombe County students, each packed for the first week of school with essentials like notebooks, pencils, folders, crayons, erasers and a healthy snack to fuel learning.

Gift a backpack today—donate online or drop one off at neighborhood collection points—and share with friends so our youth start the year confident, focused and prepared.

🔗 https://www.unitedwayabc.org/schoolsupplydrive

06/15/2026

Do you or someone you know need help with groceries this week in WNC? We can help with our free food Community Markets. These markets are full choice, for everyone, and no questions asked.

Please share our mobile market calendar for the week of June 15-19. These markets are just one way that MANNA distributes food to WNC - visit mannafoodbank.org/find-food/ to find more ways we can help.

Monday, June 15

3 pm - 4:30 pm
Deaverview Apartments
275 Deaverview Rd, Asheville, NC 28806

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Skyland UMC
1984 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

Wednesday, June 17

11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Hiwassee Dam Community Building
7829 NC-294, Murphy, NC 28906

3 pm - 5 pm
Rock Hill Missionary Baptist-Shiloh
486 Caribou Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

Thursday, June 18

11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI)
27 Long Branch Road, Cherokee, NC 28719

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Klondyke Homes
500 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

06/14/2026

When Asheville Middle School needed support in their garden—specifically some serious weeding—it was a job that couldn’t wait.

Through our Community Schools network, we put out a call for help, and our volunteer network showed up in a big way.

On a Saturday morning, a dedicated group of volunteers came together to dig in, clear out overgrowth, and help restore the space so it can remain welcoming, cared for, and ready for students to enjoy.

This is what community looks like in action: people responding when a school needs support and stepping in to make a tangible difference.

If you’re looking for ways to get involved, opportunities like this are always posted through Hands On Asheville-Buncombe: https://www.handsonasheville.org/

06/09/2026

Our 2025 Annual Report is here!

Inside, you'll find stories of impact, a look at our financial stewardship, and a vision for where we're headed together. Most importantly, you'll see what happens when a community comes together around a shared belief: that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

From strengthening Youth Opportunity to building Community Resiliency and investing in Community Engagement, this report captures the people, partnerships, and progress that defined the past year—and the momentum carrying us into the future.

We'll be sharing stories from the report throughout the coming weeks, but you can explore the full report today and see the impact you've helped make possible:

People from across the nation stepped up to support our community following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. And you, our neighbors, led the way. We have a long road ahead of us, but we will be st

06/05/2026

We just closed out our TENTH year of working with local educators to provide a welcoming space for families of K-12 students to connect with community and teachers, receive academic support, and enjoy a free, healthy meal
Community Nights are done for the year, but we'll be back again in September.
This school year, with support from local donors and grants such as the one from Food Lion Feeds, we served nearly 7,000 people in our community.

We appreciate Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation for helping our community provide access to nutritious food and address food insecurity. The Foundation provided a $4,000 Nourishing our Neighbors grant to support local families

06/04/2026

Last Call: Free Resilience Trainings for WNC Residents

If you've been meaning to check out the free trainings offered by Resources for Resilience, now is the time. This month marks the final opportunity to participate in this no-cost programming made possible through support from NCDHHS and Vaya Health.

Resources for Resilience, an Asheville-based nonprofit, provides practical tools and educational trainings designed to help individuals, organizations, and communities manage stress, build resilience, and prevent burnout. With both virtual and in-person opportunities available across Western North Carolina, there's something for everyone.

Whether you're a caregiver, educator, nonprofit professional, volunteer, community leader, or simply looking for new tools to support your well-being, we encourage you to explore these offerings and share them with your network.

View upcoming trainings and events here: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Reminder--Last-Call--FREE-Trainings---Events-for-WNC-Residents-.html?soid=1123721082022&aid=xQZ0U2F1bGM

06/02/2026

It may be mid-week, but we’re still buzzing from our Community Impact Awards Dinner.

This gathering is one of the most meaningful nights of the year for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County—an evening dedicated to celebrating the partners, volunteers, funders, staff, and community members who make this work possible.

From powerful connections across our network to heartfelt recognition of those who have gone above and beyond this past year, the evening was a true reflection of what community looks like in action: people showing up for one another and building something stronger together.

We invite you to explore the award winners and view the full photo gallery from the night here:https://www.unitedwayabc.org/incredible-impact-and-visionary-dreams-uwabcs-community-impact-awards