The following is an advocacy alert from the Success Equation which is the advocacy arm of Children First/Communities In Schools. United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County provides annual funding for this effort.
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.
For more than 100 years, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) has demonstrated a fierce commitment to addressing poverty and injustice in our community.
Do you remember being asked what you want to do when you grow up? Maybe you're still answering that question yourself.
Three hundred students; not showing up for class and unaccounted for by their perspective schools.
While we haven't heard of these situations arising here locally, United Way Worldwide (UWW) has received regular reports of individuals being approached by scammers claiming to be associated with United Way since 2019.
The scammers claim to be "United Way Agents," or the friend of a friend with a report of grants from United Way. In order to receive the grant, the victim is asked to provide something (either personal information, gift cards or cash for processing fees).
IIEC YOUTH AND TEEN INC. is an organization that builds relationships in the community, in the school system, and with the families of the students attending our programs.
The Youth Matters Program is designed to be an outlet for youth and teens who may need additional educational support, structure, guidance, mentorship, and love. We also offer mentorship and leadership opportunities through our collaborative partnerships.
