On the evening of May 24, 2023, the event space and rooftop bar of the Restoration Hotel was filled with lively conversations. Old friends caught up, new connections were made, and United Way staff mingled with our community partnership representatives.

The 2023 Community Impact Awards Dinner is an annual event where United Way brings partners and supporters together to recognize those who give their time, talent, and treasure to further our work and provide an opportunity to dig a little deeper into an aspect of our work or connect with our community partners. 

Without those who use their skills, bodies, and minds to work in solidarity with hundreds of local organizations, our Buncombe County and Asheville community would not be the same.

One of the many joys of being a part of an intergenerational community is seeing those before you succeed.