Photography Club at Givens Highland Farms
At Givens Highland Farms, a shared love of photography brings residents together in a meaningful way. Twice each month, on the first and third Monday at 1:00 p.m., members of the GHf64 Photo Club gather to share images, stories, and connection. Recently, the Givens Foundation team was honored to join one of these meetings and […]
Givens Philanthropy Becomes Givens Foundation
One of the most meaningful milestones in this next chapter for Givens Communities is the evolution of our philanthropic work. We are proud to share that Givens Philanthropy has officially been renamed the Givens Foundation—a name that more clearly reflects the vital role philanthropy plays in advancing our mission and expanding our impact across Western […]
Advancing Longevity and Brain Health at Givens Communities
Givens Communities is proud to launch the Givens Longevity and Brain Health Program, a significant new initiative designed to advance whole-person wellness by supporting residents and team members in living healthier, more engaged lives for longer. This effort reflects Givens’ long-standing commitment to innovation in aging and positions the organization as an emerging leader in […]
Philanthropy Partners with Buck Institute for Research on Aging in New Sponsorship
Givens Communities is proud to announce a new sponsorship partnership with the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, a global leader in the science of longevity. Through this collaboration, Givens Communities will bring Buck’s LIVE (Longevity Inspired Vitality Education) program directly to residents across its life plan and affordable housing communities—transforming cutting-edge aging research into […]
Sharing Meals, Building Community: Givens Residents Support 12 Baskets Café
The Givens Philanthropy Team recently had the pleasure of visiting 12 Baskets Café, a program of Asheville Poverty Initiative (API), to see firsthand the incredible impact this organization is making in our community. The visit was especially meaningful as it brought together longtime Givens Estates resident volunteers Bill Lowery and Alice Petersen, whose nearly decade […]
Givens Celebrates Partnership with Asheville Poverty Initiative at Westival Fundraiser
Givens Communities continues its commitment to being a good neighbor in Western North Carolina, recently expanding its community impact through support of the Asheville Poverty Initiative (API) and its 12 Baskets Food Café. The partnership was celebrated at Westival, a sold-out fundraiser held at Archetype Brewing in West Asheville that brought together food, fellowship, and […]
Federal, State, and Community Leaders Unite at Clinchfield Mill
The Philanthropy Team, alongside Givens Communities leadership, joined U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards and U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner, a Presidential Cabinet member, for a tour of the historic Clinchfield Mill in Marion, North Carolina. The tour was led by Teresa Stephens, Vice President of Affordable Communities, who highlighted the vision for […]
Philanthropy Proudly Supports Givens Veterans
The Philanthropy Team was honored to attend a recent Veterans meeting, a monthly gathering that fosters connection, conversation, and community among residents who have served in the armed forces. The meetings are co-led by Givens Estates residents Steven Dunsford and Mike Halus, who work together to create a welcoming and inclusive space for all attending […]
Givens LifeMinistries Renamed Givens Community Impact
The outreach division of Givens Communities has a new name and new leadership helping guide its expanding mission. Former Givens Highland Farms Social Work Navigator Joey Abel has stepped into the role of Director of Givens Community Impact, a position that reflects a broader vision for how Givens engages with and supports the wider region. […]
Black History Month Feature: Aldersgate Resident Grace Perry
At Givens Aldersgate, the heartbeat of our community is found in the extraordinary residents who shape our lives through kindness, leadership, and connection. Among those remarkable individuals is Grace Perry, a woman admired for her service, her spirit, and the warmth she shares with everyone around her. Grace Perry, a dedicated member of the Givens […]