Every gift in this section does a little good. Shop with Asheville and Western North Carolina nonprofits and social enterprises that support causes close to home. From community outreach to animal rescue — let your giving make a difference.
Asheville
All Souls Counseling Center
All Souls Counseling Center provides affordable, compassionate mental health counseling to individuals and families who might otherwise go without care.
35 Arlington St, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 259-3369 | Shop Online
Appalachian Sustainable Agricultural Project
The Appalachian Sustainable Agricultural Project strengthens the local food system by connecting farmers, businesses, and consumers across the Appalachian region.
306 W Haywood St, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 236-1282 | Shop Online
Asheville Area Arts Council
The Asheville Area Arts Council supports the creative community of Western North Carolina by connecting artists, fostering innovation, and promoting the arts as a vital part of the region’s cultural and economic growth.
67 Broadway St Ste 217, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 222-0436 | Shop Online
Asheville Art Museum
The Asheville Art Museum celebrates the art and artists of Southern Appalachia and beyond, inspiring curiosity and creativity through dynamic exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement.
2 S Pack Sq, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 253-3227 | Shop Online
Asheville GreenWorks
Asheville GreenWorks empowers the community to create a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Asheville through environmental education, volunteer action, and urban forestry initiatives.
2 Sulphur Springs Rd Ste A, Asheville NC | (828) 254-1776 | Shop Online
Asheville Humane Society
The Asheville Humane Society saves, protects, and connects pets with people through compassionate care, community programs, and lifelong support for animals and their families.
14 Forever Friend Ln, Asheville NC 28806 | (828) 761-2001 | Shop Online
Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary
The Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary offers a peaceful haven for both wildlife and visitors, preserving vital wetland habitat while providing opportunities for birdwatching, education, and connection with nature in the heart of Asheville.
1056 Merrimon Ave, Asheville NC 28804 | (919) 929-4599 | Shop Online
BeLoved Asheville
BeLoved Asheville builds community and advances justice by bringing people together to create innovative solutions that address homelessness, poverty, and inequality with love and creativity.
32 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville NC 28803 | (828) 571-0766 | Shop Online
Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina empowers young people to reach their full potential by creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that inspire confidence, resilience, and growth.
50 S French Broad Ave | (828) 253-1470 | Shop Online
Black Mountain Home for Children
The Black Mountain Home for Children provides a safe, nurturing environment where children, youth, and young adults can heal, grow, and build brighter futures through compassionate care, education, and life-skills support.
80 Lake Eden Rd, Black Mountain NC 28711 | (828) 686-3451 | Shop Online
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation protects and enhances the beauty, culture, and visitor experience of the Blue Ridge Parkway through community support and stewardship.
322 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville NC 28803 | (828) 505-8497 | Shop Online
BlueWest Opportunities
BlueWest Opportunities supports adults with developmental disabilities in leading fulfilling, independent lives through inclusive housing and work programs.
43 College Place, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 251-2824 | Shop Online
Council on Aging of Buncombe County
The Council on Aging of Buncombe County promotes healthy aging and independence by connecting older adults and their families with vital resources, compassionate support, and opportunities for community engagement.
46 Sheffield Circle, Asheville NC 28803 | (828) 277-8288 | Shop Online
Eblen Charities
Eblen Charities strengthens Western North Carolina families by providing emergency assistance, basic needs support, and resources that help individuals regain stability and thrive.
23 Hamilton St, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 255-3066 | Shop Online
Homeward Bound of WNC
Homeward Bound of WNC helps individuals and families interrupt the cycle of homelessness by providing housing, supportive services, and pathways to stability and self-sufficiency
201 Tunnel Rd, Asheville NC 28805 | (828) 579-3479 | Shop Online
Literacy Council of Buncombe County
The Literacy Council of Buncombe County empowers adults and families to achieve their personal and professional goals through education, tutoring, and programs that build reading, writing, and language skills.
31 College Pl Ste B221, Asheville NC 28801| (828) 254-3442 | Shop Online
Loving Food Resources
Loving Food Resources delivers nourishment and dignity to people living with serious illnesses and others facing food insecurity in Western North Carolina.
123 Kenilworth Rd, Asheville NC 28803| (828) 255-9282 | Shop Online
MANNA Foodbank
MANNA FoodBank nourishes Western North Carolina by providing food, resources, and partnerships that fight hunger and strengthen communities.
99 Broadpointe Dr., Mills River NC 28759 | (828) 299-3663 | Shop Online
Marshall Relief Alliance
The Marshall Relief Alliance supports individuals and families in crisis by providing emergency assistance, resources, and community-driven solutions to help them regain stability and hope.
806 Walnut Creek Rd, Marshall 28753 | N/A | Shop Online
Mountain BizWorks
Mountain BizWorks fuels economic growth in Western North Carolina by providing small businesses and entrepreneurs with financing, training, and mentorship to help them thrive.
153 S Lexington Ave, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 253-2834 | Shop Online
Mountain True
MountainTrue protects and restores the natural resources of Western North Carolina through advocacy, education, and hands-on conservation efforts that keep the region’s waterways, forests, and communities healthy.
29 N Market St, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 258-8737 | Shop Online
OpenDoors Asheville
OpenDoors Asheville empowers individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity by providing safe shelter, supportive services, and pathways toward stability and self-sufficiency.
290 Haywood Rd Ste 202, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 239-8811 | Shop Online
Open Hearts Art Center
Open Hearts Art Center nurtures creativity and personal growth by providing inclusive art programs and workshops that inspire self-expression and community connection.
217 Coxe Ave, Asheville NC 28801 | (818) 505-8428 | Shop Online
Pisgah Legal Services
Pisgah Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance to low-income residents of Western North Carolina, ensuring access to justice and protection of fundamental rights.
62 Charlotte St, Asheville NC 28801 | (828) 253-0406 | Shop Online
RiverLink
RiverLink protects and revitalizes the French Broad River and its surrounding lands through conservation, education, and community-driven restoration projects.
170 Lyman St, Asheville NC 28806 | (828) 252-8474 | Shop Online
Sistas Caring 4 Sistas, Inc.
Sistas Caring 4 Sistas empowers women of color through community-based doula support that promotes equitable and dignified birth experiences.
9 Canterbury Rd, Asheville NC 28805 | (828) 620-9828 | Shop Online
Verner Center for Early Learning
The Verner Center for Learning supports students with learning differences by providing personalized education, skill-building, and mentorship to help them achieve academic and personal success.
566 N Louisiana Ave, Asheville NC 28806 | (828) 298-0808 | Shop Online
Black Mountain
Black Mountain Home for Children
Black Mountain Home for Children offers a nurturing, faith-centered community where children and young adults in crisis can heal, learn, and build independent futures.
80 Lake Eden Rd, Black Mountain NC 28711 | (828) 686-3451 | Shop Online
Full Moon Farm, Inc.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge foothills, Full Moon Farm provides farm-fresh food to the community along with tailored events related to mental health advocacy.
48 Elijah Hall Rd, Black Mountain NC 28711 | (828) 664-9818 | Shop Online
Recovery Ventures Corporation
Through structured living, peer mentorship, and purposeful work, Recovery Ventures empowers individuals to rebuild their lives and rediscover freedom from addiction.
2706 US Highway 70 East, Swannanoa NC 28778 | (828) 686-0354 | Shop Online
Canton
Mountain View Housing Inc.
Mountain View Housing Inc. is a mission‑driven nonprofit that provides income‑based apartments for low‑income families, elderly, and disabled residents in Canton to promote safe, affordable housing and neighborhood stability
30 Patrick Dr, Canton NC 28716 | (828) 648-3565 | Shop Online
Operation Rising Sun
Operation Rising Sun is a veteran‑led nonprofit that equips western North Carolina communities with training, resources, and rapid response tools to strengthen resilience in the face of disasters.
158 N Main St, Canton NC 28716 | Shop Online
Fletcher
Calvary Episcopal Church Food Pantry Inc.
Calvary Episcopal Church Food Pantry Inc. is a community‑powered food pantry operated by the local church that provides fresh produce and groceries to hundreds of households each week in Buncombe and Henderson counties.
2840 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher NC 28732 | (828) 684-6266 | Shop Online
Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue
Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue is a volunteer‑driven shelter committed to rescuing adoptable dogs and cats from high‑kill shelters in western North Carolina and pairing them with loving forever homes.
5526 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher NC 28732 | (828) 885-3647 | Shop Online
Fletcher Academy Inc.
Fletcher Academy Inc is a nonprofit educational and service‑oriented corporation that operates a Christian college‑prep high school and supporting enterprises to provide students both academic rigor and real‑world work experience.
185 Fletcher Academy Dr, Fletcher NC 28732 | (828) 209-6800 | Shop Online
Marshall
Madison Alliance for Rebuilding Communities
MARC is the official long‑term recovery coalition guiding Madison County’s journey from disaster response to resilience, coordinating support among churches, nonprofits and residents.
798 Walnut Creek Rd, Marshall NC 28753 | (828) 222-3665 | Shop Online
Marshall Relief Alliance
Marshall Relief Alliance is a grassroots disaster‑recovery non‑profit that mobilizes local volunteers, supplies, and micro‑grants to help the Marshall community rebuild stronger after major floods.
806 Walnut Creek Rd, Marshall NC 28753 | Shop Online
Mountain Opportunity Center
The Mountain Opportunity Center is a Marshall‑based non‑profit center that empowers adults with disabilities through meaningful day programs, vocational training and community integration in the mountains of western North Carolina.
36 N Mitchell Ave, Bakersville NC 28705 | (828) 688-3050 | Shop Online
Neighbors in Need
Neighbors in Need is a volunteer‑run faith‑based organization offering short‑term emergency assistance—especially food, heating or utility aid—to residents of Madison County in times of crisis.
165 S Main Street, Marshall NC 28753 | (828) 206-2001 | Shop Online
Waynesville
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a local chapter dedicated to building and repairing homes alongside low‑income families, fostering stability and hope one house at a time in the Waynesville area.
331 Walnut St Ste 1, Waynesville NC 28786 | (828) 246-9135 | Shop Online
REACH of Haywood County, Inc.
REACH is a trauma‑informed nonprofit offering crisis intervention, shelter, advocacy and education to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse and human trafficking in the region.
627 N Main St, Waynesville NC 28786 | (828) 456-7898 | Shop Online
WOW, Women of Waynesville
Women of Waynesville is an all‑volunteer women’s group raising funds through creative and community‑focused efforts to support women and children throughout Haywood County.
94 East St, Waynesville NC 28786 | (828) 545-6879 | Shop Online
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