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North Carolina Resources

ABCCM

Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM) is a leading faith-based nonprofit organization addressing poverty, hunger, homelessness, and access to healthcare for underserved populations across North Carolina. Supported by over 300 churches and more than 5,000 trained volunteers annually, ABCCM serves over 30,000 individuals each year through seven core ministries.

Phone

828-259-5300

Email

info@abccm.org

Address

1845 Brevard Rd.
Arden, NC 28704

AI Academy

AI Academy Partners with a range of corporate partners to help veterans and transitioning service members grow skills in artificial intelligence

Email

aiacademyinfo@ncsu.edu

Address

AI Academy
NC State University
Raleigh, NC 27696

The Bicycle Thrift Shop

The Bicycle Thrift Shop is a non-profit organization, located at 49 Glendale Avenue,  in Asheville, North Carolina.  Founded in 2011,  the mission is to provide access to cycling for youth, families, and individuals, who would not otherwise have that opportunity.

Email

thebicyclethriftshop@gmail.com

Address

89 Thompson Street,
Asheville, North Carolina 28803

Buncombe County Veterans Services

Buncombe County Veterans Services Office offers assistance in a wide range of services to our nation’s veterans, service members, and their families.

Phone

(828) 250-5726

Email

Contact form on web page

Address

40 Coxe Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801

Phone

888-338-8386

Email

info@collisionveterans.com

Address

101 Dogwood Rd Asheville, NC

Frontline to Farm

Frontline to Farm is a collaborative program featuring faculty and students from the College of Fine and Applied Arts’ departments of Sustainable Development and 
Communication that helps military Veterans and beginning farmers get started in sustainable farming as a livelihood. We support practices that raise healthy food, mitigate climate change and build community, while providing support and reconnection for those who have served.

Phone

828 262-6813

Email

frontlinetofarm@appstate.edu

Address

305 Bodenheimer Dr.
Goodnight Family Department of Sustainable Development
Appalachian State University
Boone NC 28608

Eblen Charities

Eblen Charities is a community-based charity which focuses on assisting families and individuals during times of crisis and hardship, meeting medical, financial and emergency needs.

Phone

828-255-3066

Email

info@eblencharities.org

Address

23 Hamilton Street
Asheville, NC  28801

KramdeN Institute, INC.

We strive to eliminate barriers and empower individuals from diverse backgrounds through the power of technology. By equipping underserved communities with computer equipment and offering comprehensive courses on essential digital skills, individuals from all walks of life can embrace the endless possibilities offered by today’s digital landscape. Whether you need a computer or basic skills training, want to donate equipment or volunteer to help, we have a place for you!

Phone

919-293-1133

Email

info@kramden.org

Address

5010 NC Hwy 55
Durham, NC 27713

Manna Food Bank

The MANNA Partner Network of more than 220 nonprofit pantries, meal sites, and other community-based organizations help neighbors access free food across 16 western North Carolina counties including the Qualla Boundary. Use the map below to find MANNA partners and food distributions close to you. 

Phone

828-290-9749

Address

99 Broadpointe Drive
Mills River, NC 28759

Meals On Wheels NC

Meals on Wheels NC (MOWNC) is a member based association. MOWNC serves as the principal advocate and leadership organization for Meals on Wheels and Congregate Nutrition providers in the state of NC.   Joining MOWNC creates opportunities for grants to enhance the work of nutrition providers across NC.   Membership offers access to education and training opportunities to enhance professionalism and performance. 

Phone

252-436-2040

Email

Contact form on website

Address

Meals on Wheels NC
PO Box 709
Henderson,  NC  27536
United States of America

North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Our staff of qualified benefits specialists are trained to help veterans and their families obtain the benefits and services they are entitled to. 

Phone

844-624-8387

Email

Contact form on website

Address

4001 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-4001

Veterans Bridge HOME

Our mission is to connect, lead, and advocate in communities to ensure service members, veterans and their families thrive.

Veterans Bridge Home is a committed advocate for service members, veterans, and their families, striving to create stronger communities one veteran at a time. With a mission to connect, lead, and advocate, we focus on providing tailored support services, fostering community integration, and building cross-sector partnerships to ensure that every veteran is supported, connected, and respected. Through a proven process of engagement, care, connection, advocacy, and celebration, Veterans Bridge Home upholds its promise that every veteran matters and is an integral part of our community.

Phone

866-249-6656

Email

Contact form at https://veteransbridgehome.org/contact-us/

Assistance Request form at https://veteransbridgehome.org/request-assistance/

Address

5260 Parkway Plaza Boulevard
Suite 110
Charlotte, NC, 28217

Veterans Services of the Carolinas 

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.

Phone

855-962-8387

Email

Contact form at https://www.abccm-vsc.org/contact

Address

1845 Brevard Road, Arden NC, 28704

Western Carolina Ministries

Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (WCRM) exists to serve the homeless, poor, and addicted populations of Western North Carolina. As a nondenominational ministry, we meet people in crisis, focus on helping them at the point of their need, invest in their future, and help them until they can move forward.

Phone

828-254-0471

Email

Contact form at https://westerncarolinarescue.org/contact-us/

Address

225 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801

Working Wheels

Working Wheels provides affordable, reliable transportation to local families in need.

We do this because we know that a dependable car opens the doors to education, employment, access to healthcare, and an improved quality of life. Our collaborative model bolsters the work of trusted partners by connecting the repaired vehicles with their clients – the ones they believe need them the most..

Phone

828-633-6888

Email

info@workingwheelswnc.org

Address

76 Weaverville Road
Asheville, NC 28804