WEST NC
resources and groups based in and/or specific to the western nc region. just because something isn't listed here does not mean it isn't accessible to those in the region. visit resources by topic for a more complete list.
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PLEASE ACCESS THE WNC RESOURCE DIRECTORY. MANY OF THESE RESOURCES ARE FROM THEIR DATABASE.
community space/support group
mutual aid hub providing seed libraries, free community events, hurricane relief, and more in marshall.
disaster relief
community care and donation links for hurricane helene victims and others in need.
mutual aid resources and community events supporting hurricane helene victims and others.
connecting people and resources in the wake of hurricane helene through information and advocacy.
develop and preserve permanently afforadable homes in watauga county.
helping residents, including those displaced by hurricane helene, receive secure and stable housing in watauga county.
(possibly outdated) hurricane resources, information, and places to donate.
harm reduction
harm reduction agency that provides safer-use supplies, hrt injection supplies, syringe disposal, emergency contraception, menstrual products, education, and care to folks who use drugs in buncombe county.
housing/utilities
develop and preserve permanently afforadable homes in watauga county.
helping residents, including those displaced by hurricane helene, receive secure and stable housing in watauga county.
network of renters who believe housing is a human right.
library/publication/bookstore
gathering for radical thinkers to build resistance, make connections, and share literature and skills in asheville.
mutual aid
free clinic providing wound care, bp checks, first aid, and basic medical care in asheville.
community care and donation links for hurricane helene victims and others in need.
mutual aid resources and community events supporting hurricane helene victims and others.
mutual aid hub providing seed libraries, free community events, hurricane relief, and more in marshall.
mutual aid by and for service workers in asheville.
(possibly outdated) hurricane resources, information, and places to donate.
political/activism
revolutionary socialist organization involved in community events and demonstrations.
queer/trans
collective of trans folks who mobilize around, curate, and create spaces where funding is raised to support local trans community members in the asheville area.
lgbtqia+ individuals, their families, & allies organizing for support, education, & resources in asheville.
creating space for trans and queer community through events in the high country.
harm reduction agency that provides safer-use supplies, hrt injection supplies, syringe disposal, emergency contraception, menstrual products, education, and care to folks who use drugs in buncombe county.
advocating, supporting, and empowering lgbtqia+ youth ages 11-24 by offering community events, education, harm reduction resources, safer sex supplies, and more for free.
radio/podcast
antiracist, antifascist podcast delving into appalachia's revolutionary history.
worker/union
worker-led union dedicated to advocacy & organizing for restaurants service workers in the asheville area.
mutual aid by and for service workers in asheville.
community information hub for service industry workers in asheville.
local union members & community supporters for fair & equitable treatment in the workplace.
network of renters who believe housing is a human right.
demonstrations and community meetings for the workers.
youth/student groups
advocating, supporting, and empowering lgbtqia+ youth ages 11-24 by offering community events, education, harm reduction resources, safer sex supplies, and more for free