It's Complete! The Corner of Hilliard and S. French Broad has a New Look
We are thrilled to share that the retaining wall on the corner of Hilliard and South French Broad is COMPLETE!
It was almost one full year ago when we announced the start of the construction process. For those who had not seen the wall up close, and were not familiar with its condition, it is no exaggeration to say that it was one heavy rain away from shearing off and crumbling into the road below.
Student Experiences: Antoria Stinson
Meet Antoria Stinson, an Asheville High School 12th-grade senior. At just 17 years old, Antoria has recently been accepted into six colleges and is currently in the process of selecting the perfect one to further her education and aspirations.
A Glimpse Into Student Experiences at Community Schools
Often when you step inside a school now you are greeted with Smart TV’s. On the screen, you’ll often see celebrations of recent school news or highlights of the after-school clubs for the upcoming semester.
Think of the leaders in your elementary, middle, or high school...
Innovating Together: United for Youth's Pioneering Approach to Leadership
At United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC), we’re all about ensuring our community is working in a collaborative and sustainable way to ensure that we co-create a community where every single person belongs and can thrive. One of the main collective impact strategies UWABC is operating at the backbone organization is United for Youth.
Empowered Generations: Celebrating Women's Philanthropy Across Time and Progression
In an era where up to five generations can gather in a single room, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is fortunate enough to have access to the intergenerational wisdom and experiences these women bring.
Building a Modern Village
10/23 - Courtney Kelly, By Little Media
In this blog, the case is made for why education matters for the health and wellness of individuals and a larger community and the tangible ways that we all can do our part to ensure that ALL children have access to the support they need to succeed. Interviews include Laura Elliot, talking about the power and promise of Community Schools, and Jodi Grant, Executive Director of the Afterschool Alliance.