Community

We are deeply grateful for each person who takes the time to visit our local venues, share in the camaraderie, and help make a meaningful difference.

Whether you purchase a pint, share a smile, spread the word, or make a donation, your contribution matters. Together, we're not just celebrating great beer – we're rebuilding and strengthening the bonds that make our community special. If you'd like to get involved even further please consider one of the organizations below or find one in your community that speaks to you.

Asheville Poverty Initiative (12 Baskets Cafe) is a community-powered initiative in West Asheville where everyone is welcome to share free, delicious meals served with dignity. For over a decade, they' ve been building bridges across socio-economic differences while addressing hunger and poverty through their café and education programs. Using 100% rescued food, they serve 600+ community members weekly, embracing the philosophy that everyone has something to give and everyone has needs. Join them for hot meals and groceries Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (11 AM - 1 PM) or weekend brunch (10 AM - 12 PM) at 610 Haywood Rd.

Come for the food, stay for the community.

Check with them for more information on getting involved with volunteering or donating.

Regenerating Asheville is amplifying the impact of local high-impact initiatives to create a thriving future for our region. This movement is supporting these initiatives with funding and other resources, a community impact hub, and storytelling through documentary filmmaking and media. For more information and ways to join the movement, see RegeneratingAsheville.com

From Our Partner Venues

Giveaways

To make this fun and support local artists and businesses we are giving away some prizes described below.

You don't need to be present to win and no purchase is necessary. But you do need to be registered and subscribed on this site so that we can contact you if you win to arrange a pickup.

We will choose winners at the closing party at Outsider Brewing Company. By virtually pulling a name out of a digital hat using the Button below.

Go ahead and try it yourself by clicking the button.

But note that it doesn't count until I push the button at the party!

Kevin Woltz (@kewo.art) is an Asheville-based creative known for clever, minimalistic doodles inspired by skateboarding culture and other enjoyments in his life. His “Asheville Strong” design captures the city’s unique charm and the resilience of its community in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. 20% of t-shirt sales will be donated to Beloved Asheville.

We'll be giving away a t-shirt and some of the stickers. Plus they'll be for sale at the closing party.

Asheville Strong T-ShirtAsheville Strong Stickers
Kira Bursky (aka All Around Artsy) is a multidisciplinary artist and filmmaker Kira Bursky inspired by mental health, creativity, and magic. An award-winning creator, Kira has produced more than 60 short films that have screened globally. She's gone viral with over 25 million views across her films, art, and fashion work on platforms like Reddit and YouTube. In addition to her cinematic accomplishments, she sold 2,500 art NFTs and developed an immersive projection-based installation. Kira expanded her artistic repertoire with the launch of All Around Artsy Fashion, a wearable art brand that reflects her passion for dopamine dressing: wearing what makes you feel good. She is now beginning the 2025 gallery exhibition tour of her Hurricane Helene art collection with scheduled stops in NC towns including Asheville, Brevard, Lansing, and Murphy. 20% of profits will be donated to Hurricane Helene relief efforts.

We'll be giving away one of her prints which are also available on her website.

Kira and Hurricane Helene Art CollectionKira and Story Of A Storm Print