There are many ways to Live Abundantly in WNC. But many children need a helping hand to lift them up as they learn, succeed, and rise to greatness. Since 1951, the Kiwanis Club of Waynesville has stepped up to support the youth of Haywood County. Through their many programs, generations of children have been recognized, […]
Help prevent Yancey County children from going hungry during this coronavirus crisis. Many young people in Yancey County are food insecure and have trouble finding filling and healthy meals outside of school. With schools closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19, these students don’t have guaranteed access to healthy, warm meals every day. This is […]
Did you know that one in every 58 children in North Carolina is affected by autism? That’s nearly 180,000 people predicted to be on the autism spectrum in our state alone! Raising a child with autism can be difficult. Luckily, there are organizations in our community that understand it takes a village to raise a […]
Did you know that the unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities is nearly 11%? That’s almost four times the unemployment rate of Buncombe County as a whole (3.1%)! From birth, many people with developmental and socioeconomic challenges are at a disadvantage. Luckily for local children and adults, there are many programs in action that believe […]
When you were young, who did you look up to? Who made a difference in your life? Who set you on the path you’re following today? At Beverly-Hanks, we give generously of our time and support every day for the benefit of our community. Our giving is generally limited to the causes closest to the […]
Did you know that more than one out of five children in the U.S. lives in a home where they do not always know where to find their next meal? Insufficient nutrition puts children at risk for illness and weakens their immune system. The immature immune systems of young children make them especially vulnerable to […]
Do you know what your kids were up to this afternoon? Western North Carolina’s public and private schools consistently rank among the state’s best. So, you can be sure that your children are getting great instruction each morning. But for many kids, learning doesn’t end with the final bell. Our region also hosts a wide […]
Fill This Truck, Feed a Child When: August 22, 2019, 4:00–6:00PM Where: Beverly-Hanks, 369 West US 19-E, Burnsville What: Do your part to prevent Yancey County children from going hungry on weekends. Help us fill this truck with non-perishable food items so that Feed-a-Child Yancey has the supplies needed to serve our community. Suggested items […]
At Beverly-Hanks, we give generously of our time and support every day for the benefit of our community. Our giving is generally limited to the causes closest to the hearts of our leadership, agents, and staff. Last night at our most recent Karma Keg for Charity event, the crowd decided which local charity deserved additional […]
Your stash of sidewalk chalk is worn down to nubs. There’s glitter in cracks of your countertops you’ve never noticed before. And you’ve personally seen this episode of “SpongeBob SquarePants” three times so far this week. When does school start back? It may feel like your energy for keeping the kids busy is winding down […]