Record #:

24029

Author(s):

Tosetti, Cappy

Abstract:

The POP Project (Pages Opening People) is a non-profit organization in Asheville that provides new homes for used books. Books are gathered and sent to prisons, homeless shelters, housing communities, churches, and many other places.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 11 Issue 12, December 2014, p104-105, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Non-profit organizations; Books

Record #:

24034

Author(s):

Joyner, Leanna

Abstract:

Rainbow Mountain's Children's School has a 35-year history in West Asheville; the non-profit emphasizes delivering an academically challenging curriculum in a holistic way that integrates spiritual practice, the arts, and service.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 3, March 2013, p86-87, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Education--Curricula; Education--Innovations; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24035

Author(s):

Joyner, Leanna

Abstract:

Muddy Sneakers is a non-profit organization that takes fifth grade students on trips to the mountains as part of their science curriculum. Unifying classroom learning with hands-on experience helps the children grasp concepts more effectively.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 4, April 2013, p86-87, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Education--Curricula; Outdoor education; Education--Innovations; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24037

Author(s):

Shapiro, Leah

Abstract:

Bee City USA is a program under the Center for Honeybee Research, a non-profit organization in Asheville. The program seeks to protect native pollinators and raise awareness about the importance of bees, populations of which have been shrinking as a result of pesticides and lack of nearby crop diversity.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 6, June 2013, p38-39, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pollination by insects; Bees; Honeybees; Non-profit organizations; Honeybee

Record #:

24038

Author(s):

Shapiro, Leah

Abstract:

The author presents arguments for why the Blue Ridge Parkway, a 469-mile road between North Carolina and Virginia, provides for a strong community. The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation has funded over 3.7 million in programs and projects centered on the Parkway.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 6, June 2013, p64-65, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Blue Ridge Parkway; Blue Ridge Parkway--Description and travel; Blue Ridge Parkway--History; Non-profit organizations; Blue Ridge Parkway (N.C. and Va.)

Record #:

24039

Author(s):

Howey, Paul M. [Photographer]; Joyner, Leanna [Author]

Abstract:

The non-profit organization, Guardian Ad Litem, serves 435 children in Buncombe County by acting as their advocates in court cases involving their neglect or abuse.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 6, June 2013, p88-89, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Child abuse--Law and legislation--Guardian ad litem; Guardians ad Litem; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24040

Author(s):

Howey, Paul M. [Photographer]; Joyner, Leanna [Author]

Abstract:

Open Hearts Art Center is a non-profit organization that serves Buncombe County adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities by providing them with community, creative, expression, and income from the sale of their artwork

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 7, July 2013, p78-79, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Art therapy; Art and therapy; Art centers--North Carolina; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24041

Author(s):

Olshan, Kelly

Abstract:

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project seeks to help children connect with their food through two initiatives: Growing Minds Farm to School and Growing Minds at Market. ASAP seeks to get children involved in the growing and cooking process of food in order to foster healthy eating habits from a young age.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 8, August 2013, p60-61, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Farming--North Carolina, Western; Farming--Asheville; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24042

Author(s):

Shapiro, Leah

Abstract:

A non-profit organization uses a bus to travel to communities and provide creativity, movement, and activism by providing craft workshops to locals.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 8, August 2013, p92-93, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Handicraft--Asheville; Handicrafts--Asheville; Non-profit organizations; Handicraft

Record #:

24043

Author(s):

Howey, Paul M. [Photographer]; Dobrinska, Jacquelyn [Author]

Abstract:

Start From Seed is a local non-profit birth service provider, giving support to new low-income, high-risk mothers through its doula services. Volunteers act as advocates for new mothers and provide advice, support, and a sense of community.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 8, August 2013, p98-99, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Midwives; Non-profit organizations; Childbirth

Record #:

24071

Author(s):

Howey, Paul M. [Photographer]; Joyner, Leanna [Author]

Abstract:

Warrior Service Dogs is a non-profit organization in Western North Carolina that helps train dogs to assist veterans in navigating life after military service. Tasks include calming the symptoms of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, assisting amputees, and bringing veterans back from seizures or flashbacks.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 1, January 2013, p94-95, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pets; Military service; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24074

Author(s):

Vaneyll, Trish

Abstract:

My Place is a non-profit organization located in Hendersonville that focuses on teenagers and young adults. It provides housing for youth coming from homelessness, educating them and providing job training along the way.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 2, February 2013, p64-65, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Youth--Services for--Asheville; Housing programs; Non-profit organizations

Record #:

24075

Author(s):

Shapiro, Leah

Abstract:

The Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project highlights the WNC Cheese Trail during its Local Food Campaign. The trail provides locals with the opportunity to visit farms where cheese is made and buy directly from cheese makers.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 5, May 2013, p42-43, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Cheese industry--North Carolina, Western; Non-profit organizations; Cheese--North Carolina, Western; Cheesemakers--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

24076

Author(s):

Joyner, Leanna

Abstract:

SouthWings is a non-profit organization that serves eleven southeastern states by monitoring environmental degradation and assists in advocating for conservation. It achieves this by taking people of influence on flights to show them the importance and beauty of protected areas.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 5, May 2013, p102-103, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Environmental protection--North Carolina, Western; Flight; Non-profit organizations; Environmental protection

Record #:

24078

Author(s):

Shapiro, Leah

Abstract:

Bountiful Cities is an all-volunteer organization that works with communities to get their community gardens organized and productive. The organization teaches gardening basics and sustainable agriculture practices.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 10 Issue 9, September 2013, p60-61, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Sustainable agriculture; Community gardens; Non-profit organizations