Hands On Asheville-Buncombe, the volunteer center of United Way, makes it easy to lend a hand and help others in our community by volunteering with Buncombe County nonprofits. Visit www.handsonasheville.org and choose the opportunity that works for you! VISION A united and resilient community where everyone belongs and everyone thrives. MISSION We mobilize and support a robust network of people, partners, and resources to co-create opportunities for every person in our community to live free from poverty and injustice. FOCUS We employ the community school strategy as the organizing framework for elevating student success, supporting families, and engaging communities throughout Buncombe County.