Kudzu Brands is celebrating 15 years in business by offering a $15K Brand Giveaway to one deserving minority-owned business or nonprofit. Applications are open through June 6, and the winner will receive a full rebrand package to amplify their mission and message. Learn more.
Announcement:
The Center for Craft has named its 2025 Windgate-Lamar Fellowship recipients—10 exceptional graduating seniors from craft programs across the country. Each Fellow receives $15,000 in unrestricted funds to launch their careers as artists and innovators in the field of contemporary craft. Learn more.
Grant Opportunity:
Dogwood Health Trust’s Capacity Building and Collaboration & Innovation grant opportunities are now open. Strategically aligned nonprofits working in housing, education, economic opportunity, or wellness can apply through June. A Q&A webinar is scheduled for May 21. Learn more.
Happenings:
Montford Park Players return with their summer Shakespeare series, opening The Merry Wives of Windsor June 6–28 at Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre. The production, directed by Cody Fox and set in the colorful 1950s, promises laughter, mischief, and misadventure—all for free under the stars. Learn more.
Our Voice will host its inaugural Courage in Bloom fundraiser on Thursday, June 26, at Highland Brewing. This celebration of survivor strength and community support includes dinner, drinks, a silent auction, live entertainment, and awards honoring those advancing the mission to end sexual violence and human trafficking. Learn more.
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area will host Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill from July 2 to September 28. Featuring 33 artists and 60 pieces of traditional and contemporary craft, the show celebrates artistry rooted in Southern Appalachia and resilience in the wake of Helene. Learn more.
Hire:
DeLaina Lewkowicz has been named the new Director of Community Benefit and Community Health at AdventHealth Hendersonville. A longtime team member with deep Henderson County roots, she’ll lead new initiatives like the AdventHealth Care Crew, strengthening volunteerism and partnerships across the region. Learn more.
AdventHealth Hendersonville also welcomes Staci Boudreaux, PA-C, CCD, to lead its new osteoporosis clinic at AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at Parkway. With deep expertise in bone health and fracture prevention, Boudreaux brings compassionate, patient-centered care to a vital new specialty area. Learn more.
Opportunity:
Nominations are now open for Best of Asheville 2025! Show your favorite local businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders some love by submitting your picks by June 10. Public voting begins June 18. Learn more.