Block Party Joy: Built by Youth, Backed by Us All
Block Party in Photos: Scroll through the Gallery
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Wed, 08/27/2025 - 4:28pm
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 Youth Block Party. The event brought together more than 75 community partners, families, and hundreds of young people for a day of music, games, and connection—all centered on uplifting youth and the trusted, caring adults who support them....
What is the NC Community Schools Coalition?
Aug 19, 2025 EdNC -- This article outlines the growing presence of the community school strategy across North Carolina, and the very real improvements that are being seen in our communities. The article provides a solid overview of the work and two features about work underway in Vance County and Owen Middle School right here in Buncombe County.
Many Hands, Full Backpacks: Our 2025 School Supply Drive Pack & Sort
The last few days of July were nothing short of incredible for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County’s School Supply Drive. Over 400 volunteer hours. Hundreds of dedicated volunteers. And enough community generosity to purchase more than 2,500 fully stocked backpacks for local students.
Future of AmeriCorps Uncertain
Spectrum News | Reuben Jones | July 30, 2025 -- This story (news segment and web article) covers the state of AmeriCorps funding and the impact on local recovery efforts. Ginny Allison, Volunteer Engagement Manager for United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County, was interviewed for the piece. Following the storm, we hosted 16 AmeriCorps members and placed them with local response organizations.
Junior League Asheville
WE ARE
The Junior League of Asheville is an organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Through our focus area of childhood literacy, we commit to providing opportunities for our area youth to learn and grow.
UWABC Stands in Solidarity with Flood-Impacted Communities Across the South and Southwest
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Wed, 07/09/2025 - 3:16pm
ASHEVILLE, N.C.
Worldwide Days of Action
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Tue, 07/08/2025 - 12:43pm
Celebrating United Way Worldwide June Days of Action
2024-25 Community Schools Report
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Wed, 06/25/2025 - 12:37pm