Thrive Asheville

The Asheville community is coming together in every way possible to provide mutual aid. Yesterday, Davis Furniture generously opened its doors, donating their on-hand inventory of furniture to those displaced from their homes and to those offering shelter. The apartment building next door received requests from over 100 refugees. It was both heartbreaking and heartwarming to witness the outpouring of support as people came together to provide comfort and safety for each other. #Asheville #AVLStrong #BuncombeCounty #WNC #Helene

During the ongoing emergency situation in #Asheville, efforts are focused on restoring essential services and ensuring the well-being of residents. Thrive is reaching out to other communities that have faced similar disasters to gather insights and strategies. Recently, we engaged with Montpelier Strong, an established committee dedicated to guiding recovery efforts following a flood that impacted their Appalachian town. At Thrive, we emphasize the importance of learning from past experiences to enhance our county's resilience, strength, and ability to recover and rebuild. #Asheville #WNC #AVLStrong #NorthCarolina #Helene

During the ongoing emergency situation in #Asheville, efforts are focused on restoring essential services and ensuring the well-being of residents. Thrive is reaching out to other communities that have faced similar disasters to gather insights and strategies. Recently, we engaged with Montpelier Strong, an established committee dedicated to guiding recovery efforts following a flood that impacted their Appalachian town. At Thrive, we emphasize the importance of learning from past experiences to enhance our county's resilience, strength, and ability to recover and rebuild. #WNC #AVLStrong #NorthCarolina #Helene

A very useful resource guide has been collectively created for #WNC resources for #Helene Please view it and share it: https://buff.ly/3ZMK3mh This document is maintained by wnchelene@gmail.com and you can make suggestions and additions. #Asheville #AVLStrong @buncombecounty @cityofasheville

Check out this important community event happening Saturday October 5th! Join with other community members for the 1st Annual Health is Wealth Health and Advocacy Fair on Saturday October 5th 1-3 pm at MAHEC, 119 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC. Celebrate coming together as community, connect with health and social resources, participate in a data walk, and learn about opportunities to impact policy that contributes to poverty in WNC. Let’s change the narrative about poverty together! RSVP here. #savethedate #WNC #HealthisWealthSummit

Ready to become a homeowner? 🏡 Community Partner, ABCLT has teamed up with Pinnacle Financial Partners and LOTSAR to bring you a FREE Homebuying 101 Workshop on Thursday, October 3rd. Learn everything you need to know about the homebuying process from our expert presenter, Keisha Johnston from Pinnacle Financial Partners. This workshop is open to everyone, whether you're planning to buy with ABCLT or not. Register now: https://buff.ly/3znZbfa Let's spread the word and help more people achieve their dream of homeownership! #Homebuying #Workshop #ABCLT #PinnacleFinancialPartners #LOTSAR

Thrive Asheville's Deputy Director, Kate Pett, is actively involved in making a difference in housing in WNC. Kate recently participated in a Rental Assistance Working Group hosted by the Land of Sky Regional Council, where she was instrumental in advocating for expanded resources and opportunities for housing for all in our region. Together with key partners, we're working to break down barriers and create a more equitable housing market. However, due to staffing changes, the future of this collaboration is uncertain. We need your support to ensure we can continue this important work and make a lasting impact on WNC's housing affordability and security. Thrive is committed to working across Buncombe County to build a brighter future for all. #HousingAdvocacy #WNC #ThriveAVL #AffordableHousing

Thrive’s Housing Work makes a difference in our community! After a long and challenging housing journey which included several periods of being unhoused, Thrive secured housing for a mother and her children in the perfect home. Our Landlord Tenant Partnership team worked fast to find safe and stable housing and help a mom and her family to have a happy ending. Great job Thrive Housing Team!

Join Thrive to celebrate Black Wall Street AVL Launching ‘All for One’ Initiative to Empower Black-Owned Businesses in Asheville Black Wall Street AVL’s GATE (Greater Access To Tourism Entrepreneurship) program is excited to announce the launch of its innovative initiative, All for One, which aims to increase visibility and revenue for Black-owned businesses in Asheville by spotlighting one business each month. This initiative is set to foster community support and encourage local spending in Black-owned enterprises, enhancing the local economy and supporting inclusive growth. To kick off All for One, Black Wall Street AVL invites the Asheville community to support Romeo’s Vegan Burgers on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM at 640 Merrimon Ave #203, Asheville, NC 28804. Join us anytime during the day to enjoy delicious vegan cuisine and support a local Black-owned business. A special meet and greet with the GATE cohort will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, offering a chance to connect with the entrepreneurs.

Thrive Asheville is proud to be at the forefront of Asheville's affordable housing solutions. Our work directly supports the recommendations of the City's Affordable Housing Plan. Our innovative programs, like the Landlord Tenant Partnership and Buncombe Rental Assistance Collaborative, are already making a significant impact on our community. Our Opening Doors Report has been instrumental in shedding light on housing equity gaps in Asheville. We're committed to continuing our efforts to create a more just and inclusive city for all. Read more about the City’s affordable housing plan HERE: https://buff.ly/3SqFMRo and find our Opening Doors Report HERE: https://buff.ly/3VfwrvY #AffordableHousing #Asheville #ThriveAVL #HousingEquity @cityofasheville