For over 100 years, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) has been at the heart of our community, standing as a pillar of connection, support, and resilience. When Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, our commitment to these values drove us to action. In a moment that tested us ALL, our team—along with countless partners and volunteers—came together to meet the overwhelming needs of our neighbors.
On Friday, January 24, 2025, our community gathered to celebrate the life of Dionne Greenlee. This is our best effort to appreciate her impact as our former co-worker, Board Member, and friend. Her obituary can be found here.
On a freezing January day, the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) team bundled up and headed to the Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville. But this wasn’t just a visit but a chance to roll up our sleeves and pitch in.
Dan Leroy shares an update about fundraising efforts since the storm with reporter Arriana Meadows of WSPA's 7News.
Governor Cooper arrived in Buncombe County before the Christmas and Hanukkah holidays to share his appreciation for the numerous nonprofit organizations that helped to mobilize the goodwill and strength of local and national volunteers in the wake of Helene. While here, he pitched in to assist with holiday packing efforts at the ABCCM warehouse in Arden.
United Way staff and volunteers joined representatives from ABCCM, CORE, Pisgah Legal, and others at ABCCM's warehouse in Arden to work alongside Governor Roy Cooper before the holidays. Below is coverage by WLOS and coverage from Hoodline in Raliegh
