WNC Bridge Foundation exists to connect our communities to a healthier future and to create lasting change through local partnerships. Our efforts are focused on expanding access and equity for vulnerable populations in our communities.

EMSDC's mission is to develop people, property and businesses and envisions an equitable inclusive NC for all.

We help WNC neighbors in crisis

The Asheville Dream Center serves as a resource focused on providing support to those affected by poverty, hunger, and the lack of education through community outreach programs.

GreenWorks mobilizes 3,500 volunteers each year on community projects to keep Buncombe County clean and green.

COVID Response: Free, unguided visits and affordable tours of exhibitions. Guests can reserve a 30-minute visit. Also offering virtual events.

Defenders of Wildlife works to protect all native animals and plants in their natural communities - on the ground, in the courts, and on Capital Hill.

Dogwood Health Trust is a nonprofit organization that exists to dramatically improve the health and wellbeing of all people and communities of Western North Carolina.

The ERC is a non-profit organization that provides fast, reliable, and secure fiber-based network services across the education, healthcare, government, and economic development communities, with a vision to increase the adoption of new technology.

Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is one of the 111 councils nationwide that delivers the Girl Scout program, serving nearly 7,000 girls in central and western North Carolina.

Goodwill transforms donations of clothing and household items into employment and training services that help thousands of people in western NC find jobs and reach financial stability.

Great Smoky Mountains Association supports the perpetual preservation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the national park system by promoting greater public understanding and appreciation through education, interpretation, and research.

Creating national food security one street at a time.

RiverLink promotes the environmental and economic vitality of the French Broad River and its watershed.

The Magnetic Theatre offers a stylistically diverse range of performances and programs that connect adventurous artists to a sophisticated audience.

The USO has a long history of being the "Force Behind the Forces". We go where no other nonprofits can to keep our service members connected to everything that gives meaning to their service.

The Minority Business Association is a non-profit organization created to advocate and promote the development of minority-owned businesses in Western North Carolina through networking events, workshops, and annual business expos.