Vans Donates 144 Pairs of Shoes to Buncombe County Volunteers

It’s been approximately 3 1/2 months since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global health emergency. During that time we — as individuals, communities, and organizations — have learned many lessons.

There is no doubt that this crisis has further exposed the divides that poverty and inequality create and it has also revealed what works.

Celebrating Volunteers for National Volunteer Week

Strengthening Community Ties Through COVID-19 at Owen Middle School

Anyone familiar with our United Way knows just how crucial volunteers are to our day to day operations. And, having operated our volunteer center since the early 1970s, we've learned a thing or two about the importance of running a coordinated effort to really make the best use of people's time and talents. 

That's why we were honored when Buncombe County's Emergency Operations Center team asked us to manage some key areas of work during this health crisis.  

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In this week's vlog, Dan talks about a few key tools our communities can utilize right now to help with our COVID-19 recovery strategies. 

Virtual Restorative Practices Support Community Partners

This week Dan Leroy shares some thoughts about equity issues in light of this global health crisis and also announces a job opportunity we just posted on our website. 

Sewing Support from Home