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Downtown After 5 Goes Live Stream, Immediate Support for Area Music Professionals

May 5, 2020 Comments Off on Downtown After 5 Goes Live Stream, Immediate Support for Area Music Professionals

The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) and Foundation (ADAF) today announced that they’re taking Downtown After 5 virtual, as well as a new program to directly support Asheville music professionals. Based on state and local guidelines regarding public gatherings, the May 15 and June 19 Downtown After 5 events are going online. Through a partnership with IamAVL and The Orange Peel, Downtown After 5 will be live streamed to YouTube and Facebook.

Join Forces Virtually for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

April 3, 2020 Comments Off on Join Forces Virtually for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

WNC for the Planet, a collective of local nonprofit organizations, universities, and businesses have teamed up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with virtual opportunities for environmental education, advocacy and community events across Western North Carolina.

Gentry Heating, Inc. and First Citizens Bank raise $10,132 of crucial funds for ABCCM

March 18, 2020 Comments Off on Gentry Heating, Inc. and First Citizens Bank raise $10,132 of crucial funds for ABCCM

On March 18, 2020, at 1348 Charlotte Hwy, Fairview, NC 28730 at noon, Gentry Heating and First Citizens Bank will present ABCCM with a check for heating assistance. In partnership with Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM), eleven branches of First Citizens Bank collectively raised $5,132.10 and Gentry Heating, Inc. provided a $5,000 matching gift. First Citizens Bank along with caring Buncombe County residents also collected 136 blankets. “Knowing that our efforts will help to provide heating assistance for individuals and families in our local community is very rewarding. Our First Citizens Team truly enjoys giving back and making a difference in our community” said Greg Burnette, Area Vice President of First Citizens Bank

Local Nonprofit Reaches 10,000 People in 12 months, Capping Biggest Year Ever

January 16, 2020 Comments Off on Local Nonprofit Reaches 10,000 People in 12 months, Capping Biggest Year Ever

The POP Project’s “10 for 10” book giving campaign was a complete success.

Beverly-Hanks Recognized at the AFP WNC National Philanthropy Day Celebration

November 22, 2019 Comments Off on Beverly-Hanks Recognized at the AFP WNC National Philanthropy Day Celebration

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter held a lunch at Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in celebration of National Philanthropy Day. Among the Outstanding Honorees recognized at the luncheon was Beverly-Hanks, REALTORSⓇ, who was named the Outstanding Business in Philanthropy for 2019.

Sweet Dreams, Full Plates Serves Up Record Donation

October 18, 2019 Comments Off on Sweet Dreams, Full Plates Serves Up Record Donation

Turning down services has never tasted so sweet. The third annual Sweet Dreams, Full Plates campaign set a new record this year – donating an incredible $59,100 dollars in September to support MANNA FoodBank’s mission. “MANNA FoodBank is overwhelmed with gratitude,” said Mary Nesbitt, Chief Development Officer. “Their incredible efforts that involved all levels of staff in area hotels will provide thousands of meals for those who did not know where their next meal was coming from.”

Brother Wolf chapter projects will become independent non-profits

September 6, 2019 Comments Off on Brother Wolf chapter projects will become independent non-profits

Over the next few weeks, Brother Wolf’s chapter projects in McDowell, Rutherford, and Dickenson counties will all become independent non-profit organizations. Brother Wolf originally began these auxiliary chapters with the intention of reducing the counties’ kill rates and ultimately developing each chapter into a self-sustaining, separate entity. After several years of growth, the chapters are ready to bring this goal to fruition.

WNC Early Childhood Workshop will feature NCDHHS Secretary and Sesame Street

March 18, 2019 Comments Off on WNC Early Childhood Workshop will feature NCDHHS Secretary and Sesame Street

State and National Leaders on Early Childhood Coming to Western North Carolina to Talk About How Communities Can Improve Early Childhood and Build Strong Communities Get Set Transylvania is excited to announce a workshop featuring Dr. Mandy Cohen, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Director, alongside Dr. Jeanette Betancourt Senior Vice President of United States Social Impact for Sesame Workshop at Brevard College on March 21 from 8:30-2. Dr. Cohen will be presenting the newly released statewide Early Childhood Action Plan to Western North Carolina counties for the first time and talk about how she plans to lead NC DHHS forward to improve the lives of children and families in our state. “This plan was created through the input of nearly 1,500 stakeholders from across the state, and is informed by careful data analysis to prioritize the needs of North Carolina’s young children. We have a rich history in our state of leading the country in early childhood innovation—the Early Childhood Action Plan helps us continue to lead with a collective focus on achieving measurable goals for children and families,” Dr. Cohen said. “North Carolina has long been recognized as a national leader in early childhood education efforts …

Franny’s Farmacy Opens 3rd Location in Johnson City, TN

March 9, 2019 Comments Off on Franny’s Farmacy Opens 3rd Location in Johnson City, TN

Two is better than one, and three is better than two; at least in the case of the newly launched Franny’s Farmacy – Johnson City, TN location. As a vertically integrated company, Franny’s Farmacy is one of the only hemp based brands specializing in “seed to shelf” CBD growth, production, manufacturing and selling. With two highly trafficked retail locations in Western North Carolina (Asheville and Hendersonville), the third location was bound to happen. But contrary to owners Jeff and Franny Tacy’s plans, a charismatic couple from Johnson City, TN (Derek and Dawn Wagner) approached the Tacy’s about replicating their proven successful model in their own city. As if it were written into a script, both Derek and Dawn have striking similarities to Jeff and Franny. Derek and Jeff are contractors, and Dawn, just like Franny, has a background in pharmaceutical sales. Also like the Tacys, The Wagners have their own farm site where they will be growing hemp for CBD that will be integrated into the Franny’s Farmacy brand. Now, after months of planning, The Wagners and The Tacys have officially joined forces to open Franny’s Farmacy – Johnson City, TN. In celebration, The Wagners have planned several opening events throughout …

Crys Matthews And Runner-Up David Robert King Collaborate On Have Mercy

October 19, 2018 Comments Off on Crys Matthews And Runner-Up David Robert King Collaborate On Have Mercy

Atlanta-based singer-songwriter and longstanding guitarist for Mary Gauthier, David Robert King, and Virginia-based singer-songwriter Crys Matthews are proud to announce the release of “Have Mercy,” a new song inspired by family separation along the United States southern border. The single is available today - Friday, October 19 - at NewSong Recordings. All proceeds will benefit RAICES, the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services.

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