One of my favorite things about being part of United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County’s network is feeling connected to our local schools. There…
How UWABC Transforms a Bag of Goodies to a Hug in Disguise
You know that special feeling you get when you receive an unexpected bag full of goodies?…
Tocqueville Community Service Award: Celebrating Dianne and David Worley
On United Way’s Tocqueville Society gathered on Wednesday, September 24,…
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…
On Friday, August 22, Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville came alive as United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County hosted the annual United for…
Celebrating United Way Worldwide June Days of Action
It seems like every few months, there’s a new study or journal article about the benefits of…
If you’ve spent any time around United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County, you’ve probably heard us talk about Community Schools. That’s because…
Welcome Home: Rebuilding Together in the Swannanoa Valley
Tucked behind Owen Middle School—one of our oldest Community Schools in the Swannanoa…
From Our Table to Yours: The Secret to Equal Plates' Famous Cornbread
There are so many reasons to love our Community Nights. Maybe you’re a fan of…
The night before Hurricane Helene, rain poured down, but that didn’t stop a group of young Eaton volunteers from fulfilling their commitment to show…