United Way is proud to have played a role in bringing School-Based Health Centers to Buncombe County. In this NC Health News article by Jennifer Fernandez, the role of School-Based health clinics in the lives of youth and families, in the wake of Helene is explored:
On a sunny and brisk Saturday afternoon, three buses from Charlotte rolled into the Swannanoa Self Storage lot.
As we close out 2024, it is almost impossible to remember life before the storm. So much has happened, and so much has been lost. Yet, we need to reflect and note moments worth remembering and, yes, even celebrating.
In case you missed it, in the November 27 edition of the Mt Xpress, former Asheville City Council member Cecil Bothwell shared a letter of praise for Steve Shoaf, former director of Water Resources.
If you live in and around Buncombe County then it is most likely that you have heard of the devastation Hurricane Helene brought to the Swannanoa area.
On November 18, 2024, the Trinity Episcopal Church was brimming with energy. Attendees from grassroots organizations, nonprofits, church groups, and volunteer teams from across Buncombe County filled every available seat—extra chairs had to be brought in.
When Hurricane Helene struck, it was clear that the road to recovery would require all hands on deck. At United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC), our staff immediately came together to do what we do best: connect volunteers, partners, and resources to respond to our community’s needs.
The following advocacy opportunity comes directly to us from the WNC Early Childhood Coalition:
Last week we asked you to call Senator Berger and House Speaker Moore and ask them to fund child care teacher compensation grants through June 2025. Big thanks to everyone who was able to make those calls! This week we need to continue the push - that's why we are asking you to take 5 minutes and call your WNC representatives TODAY!
ASHEVILLE - Tourists returning to Western North Carolina after Tropical Storm Helene devastated the region on Sept. 27 can assist residents and organizations with recovery efforts through donations or voluntourism ― volunteering while vacationing in the area.
Elisabeth Bocklet, senior director of marketing and communications for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County, said people coming from out-of-town should contact the local organization in advance to coordinate large in-kind donation drop-offs and to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
