In our efforts to help feed the hungry in Avery County (including Newland, Banner Elk, Crossnore, Elk Park, Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain) during the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19), we are posting updates and resources here. Feeding Avery Families will continue our services as long as we have food and volunteers. Starting March […]
Today was the first day of a Summer Delivery Program organized to deliver food to the homes of the children of Avery County and their families. As the days have finally warmed and occasional thunderstorms roll across the surrounding mountains, it feels like there is fresh hope and a new beginning, although the food insecurity […]
High Country Press | May 4, 2020 | By Nathan Ham In extremely uncertain times and some critical food shortages for families, particularly in rural areas, the High Country Charitable Foundation and AMY Wellness Foundation in Avery County have been able to raise a total of $75,000 that will be distributed evenly to Feeding Avery […]
