United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County Campaign
Earlier this fall, in late September, more than 350 people gathered in community for our third…

Local Schools and Community Partners Deepen Restorative Practices Work
During the week of September 23-27, 2019, more than 65 participants gathered…

Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week
We’re always looking for ways to celebrate the wonderful work of our four Community School…

Motown Lip Sync Battle for a Cause...
We’ve been busy bees this summer listening to all the Motown classics while creating the coveted Golden…

Backpacking to the Future
2,800 students started their first day of school with the supplies needed to #BackpackToTheFuture thanks to the…
Leadership in Action
Meet JoAnn Yoder, a native of the Republic of Panama who worked her way up to President of Brumit Restaurant Group over the…

Summer Volunteer Opportunities in Asheville
With summer in full swing, there are endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while getting involved…

Meet Jocelin Rosas
New United Way Community School Coordinator for Erwin Middle School
Jocelin (pronounced Jo and Celine as in Celine Dionne, she…

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County School Supply Drive 2019
608 students were identified as homeless in Buncombe County Public Schools…

Volunteer Spotlight: Girls on the Run Coach + Mentor Sonia Rodriguez Ibarra
Meet Sonia Rodriguez Ibarra, 21 years old and a recent graduate from UNC…

Parent Leadership Shines at Erwin Middle
Parent involvement alongside school staff, community partners, and students is one of many crucial…

Owen Middle Students Learn Entrepreneurship in Spark Tank Project
On May 16th, Owen Middle School students excitedly filled the school cafeteria,…