| United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

“When you see all the things that happened last year, you know people are like, ‘It’s just unbelievable.’ And I’m like, it’s absolutely believable. We knew we could do it. You just hope you never have to be put to that test.”

Bradley McMahan, Principal at C.D. Owen Middle School

Celebrating the Worleys

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One Year Later: United Way's Role In Helene Recovery Efforts

As we mark the first anniversary of Hurricane Helene's impact on our community, we wanted to revisit some of the ways your contributions of funds, materials, or time have enabled us to support our community.

Thank you all for your efforts!

Tocqueville Community Service Award: Celebrating Dianne and David Worley

Each year, we gather to honor a Tocqueville member for their contributions to Unit

Backpacks in Every Corner of Buncombe County

Thanks to your generosity and the incredible work of our volunteers, thousands of fully stocked backpacks made their way into the hands of students all across Buncombe County—and even beyond. From big distribution events to smaller neighborhood gatherings, every delivery meant one thing: students starting the school year with confidence and care.

A Special Thanks to Our Block Party Volunteers

Block Party 2025 was everything we hoped it would be—joyful, energetic, and deeply connected to our community. There was an unseen force that helped to make the day shine. That force was the incredible volunteers who gave their time, energy, and heart to bring it all together.

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