Local Groups and Organizations
Alternative Media
Asheville Independent Media Center asheville.indymedia.org
A not-for-profit open-publishing news website that hopes to support and foster grassroots social and environmental activism. By providing the digital infrastructure for ordinary people to publish articles, ideas, announcements and events, the AIMC collective hopes to empower and support local communities and campaigns that are otherwise not represented in mainstream media. They also have a calendar.
Mountain Area Information Network www.main.nc.us
MAIN is a nonprofit community network using integrated media technologies to expand the local public sphere and to support: participatory democracy, citizen access to media, independent journalism, local cultural and artistic expression, locally-owned businesses, social and economic justice, and environmental stewardship. They also have a calendar.
Mountain Xpress www.mountainx.com
Independent news, arts, and events for Asheville and WNC. To build community and strengthen democracy by serving an active, thoughtful readership at the local level – where the impact of citizen action is greatest. They also have a calendar.
New Life Journal www.newlifejournal.com
Based in Asheville the New Life Journal has content covering green homes, holistic living, organic growing, natural healing, and whole foods. This publication offers practical information for everyone and has been a leader in the sustainability movement in Asheville for 8 years. Highlights include their comprehensive Green Home Showcase section and Community Roots resource guide.
URTV www.urtv.org
The mission of URTV is to empower every resident of our community by providing equal opportunities to create and present television programming in keeping with First Amendment principles of free speech.
WPVM www.wpvm.org
WPVM 103.5 FM, The Progressive Voice of the Mountains! WPVM is a low-power FM radio station broacasting in Asheville, NC and globally via the Internet.
Commerce/Economics
ABTech Small Business Center/Incubator http://www.abtech.edu/sbc/default.asp
They provide free one-to-one counseling for business owners or prospective owners to assist them in getting started or with a specific area of concern. Counseling can cover a variety of topics ranging from licensing and marketing to patents and trademarks. We also offer a variety of resources and services to help businesses start and grow, including business incubation.
Asheville/Buncombe Living Wage Campaign www.ashevillelivingwage.org
The campaign's purpose is to build support for living wage policies in Asheville and Buncombe County, including living wage ordinances and special recognition for businesses that pay a living wage.
Asheville Freecycle groups.yahoo.com/group/Asheville-Freecycle/
Asheville Freecycle provides individuals and non-profits in the Asheville, NC area an electronic forum to "recycle" unwanted items. One person's trash can truly be another's treasure! One constraint: everything posted must be for FREE tangible items. Freecycle is located in over 3,000 cities now!
Asheville LETS www.ashevilleLETS.org
A credit-based trading system to facilitate indirect trading and skill exchange and operated by and for the benefit of its members and the greater Asheville community. Soft-launch on Feb. 10, 2007.
Asheville SCORE www.ashevillescore.org
Counselors to America's Small Business, is part of a national nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of the nation's small business. SCORE provides free professional guidance, information and support that is tailored to meet the needs of your business and your personal entrepreneur objectives.
Craig's List asheville.craigslist.com
This service is in over 300 cities now and offers FREE listings of jobs, housing, used goods, and other resources in Asheville.
Just Economics www.justeconomicswnc.org 448-2293
Just Economics is a grassroots, community-based organization. We educate, advocate, and organize for equitable economic conditions, increased union representation, and a fair share for all in the prosperity of our region, regardless of race, gender, or citizenship status.
Mountain BizWorks www.mountainbizworks.org
Their mission is to build economic opportunities through business development and capital. They provide a one-stop shop where entrepreneurs receive training, consulting, and financing to start up or expand their businesses.
No Wal-Mart group http://mainsrv.main.nc.us/mailman/listinfo/nowalmart
This email listserv is for people who are working to stop proposed Walmarts near Asheville, North Carolina.
On Track Financial http://www.ontrackwnc.org
Their very affordable services include credit/debt counseling, budget counseling, reverse mortgage counseling, home buyer education, student loan counseling, mortgage default and and delinquency counseling.
Southern Appalachian Center for Cooperative Ownership www.ourBIZ.biz 232-0632
They consult with people in the Southern Appalachian region who wish to form a workers' owned cooperative, or to provide assistance converting a conventional business to a business employees own.
Sustainable North Carolina www.sustainnc.org 919-839-2111
A nonprofit focused on promoting and enabling practices that optimize economics, communities and natural systems. SNC’s mission is to be a catalyst for the widespread adoption of sustainable principles and practices by North Carolina businesses and communities.
Education
Blue Ridge Naturalist www.unca.edu/ncccr/BRNP/
Offers classes, field studies, and workshops designed to provide residents of western North Carolina with an opportunity to learn more about the natural world and cultural heritage of our mountains.
Cradle of Forestry http://216.55.149.201/cradle_of_forestry/education_program.asp
A nonprofit was founded in 1972 by a group of conservationists to help the USDA Forest Service tell the story of forest conservation in America, to help people better understand both forests and the benefits of forest management.
Earthaven Ecovillage www.earthaven.org/calendar.php
Earthaven is an ecovillage located on 320 acres in WNC, about 40 minutes southeast of Asheville. They are dedicated to caring for people and the Earth by learning and demonstrating a holistic, sustainable culture. They have 60 full members with expectations to grow to 150 people and are building homes in 14 neighborhoods while developing on-site businesses as part of their village-scale economy. They teach permaculture and natural building workshops and offer weekly tours.
Earth School www.lovetheearth.com
A unique outdoor educational center, for all ages, that promotes and encourages self-confidence and a new awareness in each student. Class offerings include Wilderness Survival and Nature Awareness training which encompass learning about wild edible and medicinal plants, fire-making, animal tracking, flint-knapping, hide-tanning, nature crafts and much more.
Long Branch Environmental Education Center www.longbrancheec.org
A small educational institute in Buncombe County's Newfound Mountains, about 18 miles northwest of Asheville. It is an educational center for sharing positive strategies of sustainability and local self-reliance.
North Carolina Outward Bound www.ncobs.org
Outward Bound is the oldest, largest and most recognized wilderness education organization in the world. Our classrooms are set in the wilderness and are designed for building technical outdoor skill, developing leadership and teamwork.
Rational Earth Actions Learning Institute, Thank You (REALITY) www.rationalearthactions.net
REALITY is dedicated to those individuals and businesses motivated to learn the nuts and bolts of sustainable technologies and looking for excellent, experienced instructors and small classes. The sessions will be intensive, with a ‘back to basics boot camp’ approach.
Warren Wilson College www.warren-wilson.edu/environmental/initiatives.php
Warren Wilson College seeks to provide an education combining the liberal arts, work, and service with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and cross-cultural understanding in a setting that promotes wisdom, spiritual growth, and contribution to the common good. Groups interested in experiencing sustainability at the College are welcome to contact Stan Cross 828-771-3782 and arrange for a Green Walkabout tour. You can also check out their green calendar at http://www.warren-wilson.edu/~elc/green_calendar.shtml
Energy
Appalachian Offsets www.wncgbc.org/offset/index.php
A program of the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, is a voluntary Carbon Offset program to combat global climate change through local renewable energy and efficiency projects in Western North Carolina. While it is best to first reduce the amount of greenhouse gas you or your business produces, you can also offset your impact by supporting our programs that will reduce the amount of carbon and greenhouse gases generated in our community and would not have happened without your contribution.
Blue Ridge Biofuels www.blueridgebiofuels.com 253-1034
Blue Ridge Biofuels is a community owned business with the objective of bringing education and locally produced clean burning biodiesel to Asheville and Western North Carolina.
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Carbon Neutral Business Ad Campaign www.bendofivylodge.com/ad.htm
Carbon Neutral Business Ad Campaign is a loosely knit group of businesses, with leadership provided by Bend of Ivy Lodge and Appalachian Offsets, working to increase public awareness about the importance of carbon neutrality, and supporting environmentally responsible businesses. In the short term, ads donated at cost by local media will increase the visibility and public
Southern Alliance for Clean Energy www.cleanenergy.org
A nonprofit organization that promotes responsible energy choices that solve global warming problems and ensure clean, safe and healthy communities throughout the Southeast.
Sustainable Energy Council of WNC
Their mission is to analyze, research and advocate for public policy that will result in energy efficiency, conservation and sustainable energy systems that are safe, sustainable and appropriate for human and environmental health while fostering equitable and socially responsible economic development.
Environment
Buncombe County Beekeeping Chapter www.wncbees.org
The mission of the BCBC is to pursue together all matters relating to honeybees and the beekeeping industry for the benefit of the members and the general public.
Canary Coalition www.canarycoalition.org , 631-3447
The Canary Coalition is your family, friends and neighbors getting together to do something about the poor quality of the air we've been breathing in western North Carolina and the southern Appalachian region.
Carolina Mountain Club www.carolinamtnclub.com
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance.
Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy www.carolinamountain.org
Their mission is to create a regional network of permanently protected farm, forest and natural land in Henderson, Transylvania, and neighboring parts of Buncombe, Rutherford and Jackson counties.
Clean Air Campaign www.landofsky.org , 251-6622
This regional campaign is focused on educating the public about air pollution and actions everyone can take to improve air quality in Asheville, NC and the surrounding region.
Clean Air Community Trust www.airtrust.org
Their mission is to improve air quality through innovative programs that educate, energize, and empower the communities of western North Carolina.
Clean Water for North Carolina www.cwfnc.org, 251-1291
State-wide nonprofit organization that promotes clean, safe water, and environments and empowered, just communities for all North Carolinians.
Common Sense at Nuclear Crossroads www.nuclearcrossroads.org
A grassroots group focusing on the transport of radioactive materials and nuclear industries in the Southeast. The group usually meets the second Monday of each month 6:30-8pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville, One Edwin Place, 28801 (corner of Charlotte and Edwin St). Their email listserv can be joined at http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/CSatNC/
Dogwood Alliance www.dogwoodalliance.org , 251-2525
Dogwood Alliance is the only organization in the South holding corporations accountable for the impact of their industrial forestry practices on our forests and our communities. Through a combination of persistent grassroots pressure and skillful negotiation, we achieve the results necessary to create real and lasting protection for Southern Forests.
Environment North Carolina www.environmentnorthcarolina.org
A statewide, citizen-based environmental advocacy organization. Our professional staff combines independent research, practical ideas and tough-minded advocacy to overcome the opposition of powerful special interests and win real results for North Carolina's environment.
French Broad River Garden Club, www.fbrgc.org
The French Broad River Garden Club is committed to promoting the conservation, development and intelligent use of the natural resources of North Carolina and elsewhere.
Katuah Earth First! www.katuahearthfirst.org
All are welcome to join EF! actions and meetings. Direct action is the antidote to despair.
Mountain Voices Alliance www.mvalliance.net
A coalition of citizens concerned with unsustainable development in WNC that threatens the quality of life. They are drawing attention to the pace of construction in environmentally vulnerable areas and building momentum for restrictions.
North Carolina Plant Savers www.herbsheal.com/plantsavers
A group of herbalists, gardeners, teachers, healers, nature lovers, and land stewards dedicated to preserving, renewing, and protecting NC's rare wealth of native medicinal plants, their habitats, and wild places for generations to come.
People Advocating Real Conservancy www.ashevilleparc.org
A citizens group dedicated to keeping watch on government action related to land use in WNC and other issues that would affect the public good.
Quality Forward www.qualityforward.org
Helps keep Asheville clean and green. An organization that does plantings, litter sweeps, and stream and river cleanups throughout the year.
Riverlink www.riverlink.org 252-8474
A regional non-profit spearheading the economic and environmental revitalization of the French Broad River and its tributaries as a place to work, live and play.
Southwings www.southwings.org
A non-profit conservation organization that provides skilled pilots and aerial education to enhance conservation efforts across the Southeast. Working with our flight partners , conservation & community groups located throughout the Southeast, we educate community leaders, policy-makers, and the media, and collect scientific data on the globally significant ecosystems of the Southeast.
Southern Appalachian Forest Coalition www.safc.org 252-9223
A non-profit organization formed in 1994 when conservation groups determined a regional voice was needed to address the increasing threats facing Southern Appalachian public lands.
Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy www.appalachian.org 253-0095
Their mission is to protect the world's oldest mountains for the benefit of present and future generations.
Sustainability Alliance of the Mountains www.sustainability-mountains.org
SAM's mission is collaboration, action and measurement of sustainability imperatives in the Southern Appalachian bioregion.
Waste Reduction Partners http://landofsky.org/wrp/index.htm
A team of highly experienced volunteer engineers, architects, and scientists, provides WNC businesses and industries with no-cost waste and energy reduction assessments and technical assistance.
Weaverville First www.weavervillefirst.org
A citizens group comprised of residents of the town, residents of the ETJ (extra-territorial jurisdiction), and other interested area neighbors. The group’s mission is “to strive to promote thoughtful, well planned growth that will maintain the small town quality of life in Weaverville.
WENOCA Sierra Club http://nc.sierraclub.org/wenoca/
Inspired by nature, we work together to protect our communities and the planet. The Club is America's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization.
Wild South www.wildsouth.org, 258-2667
A non-profit grassroots organization whose mission is to inspire and empower people to protect and restore the native ecosystems of the Southeast! We envision a Southeast that includes healthy intact ecosystems, a reverence for our public lands and the native natural life they support, and a respect for the cultural heritage sites and wilderness found there.
WNC Alliance www.wnca.org
The WNC Alliance represents democracy in action and brings people together to address critical environmental issues facing our mountain communities.
Events
Earth Skills Rendezvous www.primitiveskills.org
Their program focus is top quality instruction in dozens of ancestral and heritage primitive skills such as matchless fire making, edible and medicinal plants, stone tool creation and use, ancient weaponry and basket making, just to name a few.
Organic Fest www.organicfest.org
Their mission is to highlight, celebrate and help "grow"organics in our community and beyond through a fun and festive event and inspire other communities to do the same.
Organic Growers School www.organicgrowersschool.org
They seek to provide down-to-earth and affordable information on all aspects of sustainable living, from raising healthy food with environmentally-friendly methods, to using renewable energy, cooking wholesome meals, and creating native landscaping. They do this primarily through 3 programs: The Organic Growers School Spring Conference, the Farmer to Farmer Mentoring Series, and the True Nature Country Fair.
Southern Energy & Environment Expo www.seeexpo.com
An annual event designed to showcase renewable energy and sustainable economics in a context of responsible environmental stewardship.
SE Permaculture Gathering http://se-permaculture.tripod.com/
Food
Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) www.asapconnections.org 649-9452
ASAP is a non-profit organization that supports farmers and rural communities in the mountains of western North Carolina and the southern Appalachians by providing education, mentoring, promotion, web resources, and community and policy development. Their mission is to create and expand regional community-based and integrated food systems that are locally owned and controlled, environmentally sound, economically viable and health-promoting.
ASAP Local Food Guide www.buyappalachian.org
You will find here a directory of western North Carolina and southern Appalachian family farms, Community Supported Agriculture farms (CSA’s), farmers' tailgate markets, grocers, restaurants, caterers and bakers, u-pick farms, apple orchards, and bed & breakfasts that sell locally grown farm products.
Asheville Permaculture Guild www.ashevillepermacultureguild.org
The Asheville Permaculture Guild hopes to host workparties, talks, tours and potlucks, in order to plant seeds of sustainability through the design system of permaculture.
Asheville Vegetarians www.AshevilleVeg.com
Asheville Vegetarians is a group of vegetarians and vegans (some veterans, some just beginning), who are dedicated to creating a healthy, eco-friendly, ethical, and compassionate community.
Bountiful Cities Project www.bountifulcitiesproject.org 257-4000
The mission of the Bountiful Citites Project is to create, on urban land, beautiful community spaces that produce food in abundance and foster a learning environment for social justice and sustainability.
Carolina Animal Action 298-4647
Carolina Animal Action is an educational non-profit organization working to protect animals and the environment. Our “Eat Green, Eat Vegan” campaign aims to inform people about the environmentally devastating effects of eating animal products. Veganism is not only compassionate, it is also strong environmental action.
North Carolina Citizens for Safe Food www.topica.com/lists/NC_Citizens_For_Safe_Food
The purpose of the North Carolina Citizens for Safe Food is to educate the public about the economic, environmental, agricultural and public health implications of genetic engineering, especially in
regard to agricultural, horticultural and livestock breeding practices.
Slow Food Asheville www.slowfoodasheville.org
In the name of productivity, Fast Life has changed our way of being and threatens our environment and our landscapes. Slow Food Asheville is dedicated to rediscovering the flavors and savors of regional cooking and banishing the degrading effects of Fast Food.
Population
Humane Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic www.humanealliance.org
They are dedicated to ending pet overpopulation by providing high volume, high quality, targeted, affordable sterilization services of companion animals.
Planned Parenthood of Asheville 252-7928 www.pphsinc.org
A private, nonprofit family planning agency that respects and protects the rights of each man and woman to make informed reproductive decisions.
Shelter
Affordable Housing Coalition www.ahcabc.org 259-9216
AHC has been privileged to work with the people of Asheville and Buncombe County by providing those in search of a new home the housing counseling, educational and supportive services they needed to accomplish their goals.
ECO Agent Association www.ecoagent.org 337-8190
A group of real estate agents from different real estate agencies who are eco certified and work together to improve the sustainability of real estate in WNC. The ECO Consultant Association holds monthly continuing education events for members, works with developers to build sustainably, and works with buyers to find the most eco friendly homes, businesses and/or land.
Kleiwerks www.kleiwerks.org
Kliewerks is an international Natural Building non-profit organization, teaching people how to build appropriately designed earth and straw shelters with affordable and indigenous materials. They promote social transformation and ecological regeneration by leading hands on trainings in natural building and whole systems solutions that result in community-based sustainability centers.
Mountain Housing Opportunities www.mtnhousing.org 254-4030
MHO's mission is to build and improve homes, neighborhoods and communities for people of limited resources.
WNC Green Building Council www.wncgbc.org, 232-5080
Their mission is to promote environmentally sustainable and health conscious building practices through community education.
Social/Community
Asheville Bioneers http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BioneersOfAsheville/
Bioneers promotes practical environmental solutions and innovative social strategies for restoring the Earth and communities. Bioneers offers pragmatic solutions that honor the living web of the natural world as the most fertile source of inspiration and models. Interdependence also teaches us that there are no single issues because it's one whole that can be addressed only by bringing together all the parts. Bioneers gathers people at the crossroads of ecological restoration, human health and social justice. The bioneers span all fields, cultures, ages and walks of life. The work ranges from science to spirit - local to global - academia to the grass roots - farm to city - business to public service - art to engineering.
Asheville Bioneers is working to bring this global effort home to our part of Appalachia. Asheville Bioneers is real people meeting and taking action in the real world. This is the place for the cross-pollenation of ideas and efforts here where we live.
Asheville Green Drinks www.ashevillegreendrinks.com
A networking gathering that is part of the self-organizing global grassroots movement to connect communities with environmental ideas, media and action. We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. These events are very simple and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity.
Ashevillage Institute www.kleiwerks.org/avi/
An urban education center and living laboratory for sustainable solutions in action. They will be demonstrating natural building, permaculture, and organic gardening; offering community meeting space, workshops, presentations and a library.
Asheville Communities Network www.ashevillecommunitiesnetwork.com
Information and education on co-housing and other intentional community options in the Asheville area for those who are actively seeking or simply curious about alternate lifestyles for themselves and their families. We strive to serve as the clearinghouse and connector for all forms of intentional community in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
Asheville Design Center www.ashevilledesigncenter.org
An exhibit and meeting space located at 8 College St., Asheville. Formed by volunteer professionals, including architects, planners, landscape architects, urban designers, community advocates and others concerned with sound regional development.
Asheville Ishmael http://groups.google.com/group/ashevilleishmael
This is an email listserv for individuals in Asheville inspired by the writings of Daniel Quinn and other visionaries. We gather for open discussions when people on the listserv organize one and discuss all kinds of topics that are related to living more sustainably on the earth. Daniel Quinn wrote the books Ishmael, Story of B, My Ishmael, Beyond Civilization, and more. Here is a speech of Daniel Quinn's that gives a good summary of some of his ideas: http://www.ishmael.org/Education/Writings/The_New_Renaissance.shtml
Building Bridges www.buildingbridges-asheville.org
Their mission is to enable our community to confront and overcome racism through a continuing process of changing attitudes and hearts through education, consciousness-raising, nurturing, and ongoing support.
Center for Compassionate Communication www.ashevilleccc.com, 299-7942
They have an open practice group that meets free of charge. Knowledge of the non-violent communication model is not required. Come share a challenging piece of communication you've had with someone (or want to have) and let the group support you in putting it through the model.
Center for Participatory Change www.cpcwnc.org
Their mission is to help people recognize their own power, work together and transform their communities. Through four programs: grassroots organizing, capacity building, networking and grantmaking CPC helps rural people make improvements in their communities through projects that they plan, implement and evaluate themselves.
City Sustainability Advisory Committee on Energy and the Environment (SACEE) http://www.ashevillenc.gov/government/mayor_city_council/city_council/default.aspx?id=4576
A city committee that has been formed of 9 citizens to be advisors with the City Council on sustainability issues. The committee is responsible for developing and recommending for adoption two short term goals (LEED certification standards and energy reduction goal). Long term, the SACEE will focus on the City of Asheville (the organization) as a model for the community regarding energy reduction and clean air initiatives.
Citizens Awareness Asheville 398-4817
A grassroots organization formed by local residents who have become outraged at law enforcement harassment and brutality occurring within our community.
Coalition of Asheville Neighborhoods www.ashevillecan.org
Coalition of Asheville Neighborhoods Helping Neighborhoods become Better Places for all People
Democracy for America www.dfalink.com/asheville
To take our country back we must elect candidates to all levels of office who share our values. We want a government that is accountable, transparent and truly "of the people, by the people, and for the people".
Dept or Peace Campaign (WNC) www.thepeacealliance.org
Citizens working in support of House Bill #808 which establishes a Secretary of Peace and Nonviolence in the US cabinet. Domestically, the Department of Peace will develop policies and allocate resources to effectively reduce the levels of domestic and gang violence, child abuse, and various other forms of societal discord. Internationally, the Department will advise the President and Congress on the most sophisticated ideas and techniques regarding peace-creation among nations. We educate the public and lobby our Congress.
Healthcare-NOW / HR 676 (local contact)
Healthcare-NOW is building grassroots support for single payer universal health care. The local contacts for this national campaign are www.justeconomicswnc.org, 448-2293, along with eandcboyd(at)aol.com, 658-0291
Sustainable Now www.sustainablenow.us
A non-profit, prototype program to encourage and support sustainable living throughout the United States. Using western North Carolina as its model region, the program combines live events, internet technology and brodcast media to reach the public.
Sustainable WNC www.SustainableWNC.org
Sponsored by the nonprofit Mountain Area Information Network (MAIN) to serve as a web portal for businesses, nonprofits, citizens and local governments working to promote the principles and practices of sustainability in western North Carolina.
The Mediation Center www.mediatebuncombe.org
The Mediation Center is a place for creative resolution of disputes between parties. They also teach conflict resolution skills to youth and adults. Established in 1984, the Center is non-profit, staffed by professionals and skilled, trained volunteer mediators. Mediation services are offered free or on a sliding scale fee basis.
WNC Peace Coalition www.wncpeacecoalition.org
A coalition of groups and individuals promoting nonviolent solutions to world conflicts. Call the Peace Line at 271-0022 for updated information on local Peace Events.
WNC Physicians for Social Responsibility www.main.nc.us/psr
They work for a safer, habitable world for ourselves and our grandchildren and their grandchildren.
Spiritual
Caring for Creation www.main.nc.us/mailman/listinfo/caringforcreation 645-0469
Caring for Creation works with faith communities to address the causes and consequences of global climate change through education and public policy advocacy.
Holy Ground www.holygroundretreats.org
A feminist interfaith retreat ministry that offers workshops, events, and rituals to empower all persons to live more justly and more fully in love with God, each other, the earth, and themselves.
Jubilee Earth Team www.jubileecommunity.org 645-0469
Creating awareness of the inter-connection of all things and sponsoring projects related to the environment & justice.
Network of Spiritual Progressives - WNC Chapter www.spiritualprogressives.org/community/wnc/ 626-2572
Working to foster a new bottom line in our political system and culture, this national movement is open to all spiritual people, whether religious or not.
UU of Asheville Peace & Environment team www.uuasheville.org
The Social Action Committee (SAC) of The Unitarian Universalist Church of Asheville recently transformed into the Social Justice Council, consisting of three teams focused on areas of Economic Justice, Human Rights, and Peace and Environment.
Transportation
An advocacy group focused on advancing Asheville’s urban bicycle culture. They are supporting the Bicycle Network Map project, the long range plan for Asheville’s bicycle network created by the the City’s Transportation and Engineering Department with the support of members of Asheville’s bicycling community.
Asheville Transit www.ashevilletransit.com 253-5691
The mission of the Asheville Transit System is to provide our customers with the highest level of safe, clean, reliable and affordable transportation. Transportation for special needs is provided through Mountain Mobility.
Blue Ridge Bicycle Club www.blueridgebicycleclub.org
Their mission is to bring together a community of mountain and road cyclists, who work together to provide opportunities for safer and more enjoyable recreational cycling in Western North Carolina.
Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition http://www.landofsky.org/planning/p_cvc_home.html
A multi-county, local government planning and development organization in NC. It is one of 17 such organizations in the state and serves Region B, which includes the counties of Buncombe, Henderson, Madison and Transylvania. Check out their webpage on regional transportation options at http://www.landofsky.org/planning/p_trans.html
The ReCyclery 255-7916
A volunteer run nonprofit bike shop at 109 Roberts St. and Clingman Ave. Build a bike, learn how to fix bikes, or get your old one in working condition.
Share the Ride NC www.sharetheridenc.org, 258-1856
A statewide rideshare matching service, which allows commuters in North Carolina to quickly and securely find other individuals who share similar commutes and work hours, and are interested in carpooling or vanpooling. In addition, Share the Ride NC allows commuters to find park and ride lots, public transit services, bike routes, and more!