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 […]
Philanthropy in Every Stitch: The Quilting Community at Givens
On any given day at Givens Estates, a special kind of energy fills the Fiber Arts Studio. The gentle hum of sewing machines blends with laughter and conversation as residents gather to create something meaningful together. This is the home of Luv2Quilt, a resident led group whose work is stitched with creativity, compassion, and community […]
Growing With Purpose: Mary Grace’s Journey as a Julia McCoy Scholar
The Philanthropy team recently sat down with Mary Grace (MG), one of the 2025 recipients of the Julia McCoy Scholarship, to hear firsthand about the experiences shaping her academic path and her hopes for the future. From the start of our conversation, it was clear that MG’s story is one of curiosity, purpose, and a […]
Charlie’s Path to Discovery: A Julia McCoy Scholar Making an Impact
The Philanthropy team recently had the pleasure of interviewing Charlie, one of the 2025 recipients of the Julia McCoy Scholarship, to learn more about his academic journey and his aspirations for the future. We wanted to share his story with our community, highlighting both his dedication to education and the meaningful impact he is already […]
Aldersgate Residents Give Back in a Big Way
At Givens Aldersgate, generosity is more than a value; it’s a way of life. In 2025, our residents dedicated an incredible 3,072.25 reported volunteer hours to organizations and causes throughout the Charlotte community. And we know that number only scratches the surface because many more hours were given quietly and without recognition. Philanthropy at Aldersgate […]