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In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many beloved Asheville and Buncombe County businesses have been deeply affected by the storm. While the community comes together to rebuild, you can lend a helping hand from afar by shopping at these businesses' online stores or contributing to fundraising efforts.

Local, independent businesses are the heart of Asheville, home to growers who are artists and artists whose work grows. Thought leaders and thought provokers, musicians and storytellers, entrepreneurs and educators, foodies and beer lovers, hippies, healers, adventurers, creators and innovators. We craft and brew and paint and carve, handcrafted by real hands. Real hands that need a helping hand. And a hug.

Your support sustains the deeply-rooted culture that makes the Asheville area so special. Every purchase counts—thank you for standing with us. If you want to do more, consider donating directly to the Always Asheville Fund and other local, large-scale impact funds and relief organizations.

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Zambra
Food & Drink

Zambra

Global wines & locally sourced Iberian tapas in a rustic space with Spanish & Moorish accents.
Molly Courcelle Fine Art
Retail

Molly Courcelle Fine Art

Abstract oil painter who has been working in the River Arts District since 2008
Crave Dessert Bar
Food & Drink

Crave Dessert Bar

Casual cocktails and comfortable sharable plates
FIND Outdoors
Services

FIND Outdoors

Nonprofit organization that inspires people to connect with nature
Brew Naturals
Food & Drink

Brew Naturals

Rooted in the Appalachian tradition of using elderberries for wellness, with a modern twist
Moonlight Makers
Retail

Moonlight Makers

Funny gift brand to make you smile
Purl's Yarn Emporium
Retail

Purl's Yarn Emporium

Local yarn store supporting local artists
Gamer's Haunt
Tours & Attractions

Gamer's Haunt

A family-friendly and inclusive spot for local card gamers
Olive This
Retail

Olive This

Boutique specializing in premium extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars on tap
Barn Door Ciderworks
Food & Drink

Barn Door Ciderworks

Barrel Aged Dry Cider
Vibrating Visions
Arts

Vibrating Visions

Multidisciplinary artist with a focus in photography
AvlCakeLady
Food & Drink

AvlCakeLady

Locally owned and operated bake shop.
Mountain Nest Gallery
Retail

Mountain Nest Gallery

Regional art and craft gallery located in Black Mountain, featuring over 100 artists who live and work in the area
Goddess Ghee
Food & Drink

Goddess Ghee

Artisan, small batch ghee (caramelized butter oil) and herbal ghee
French Broad Adventures
Tours & Attractions

French Broad Adventures

Whitewater rafting, ziplines, off-road e-biking, and canyoneering expeditions
Elise Okrend Art
Arts

Elise Okrend Art

Atmospheric landscape pastel paintings. Offering originals, canvas and paper prints
MAWA Ceramics
Arts

MAWA Ceramics

A ceramic collaboration between husband and wife team Mads Ludvigsen and Jessica Wassil
Art Garden AVL
Arts

Art Garden AVL

Arts collaborative showcasing 65+ local artists
Asheville Trails & Taps
Tours & Attractions

Asheville Trails & Taps

Urban & Mountain Bike Guided Bike Tours
The Chocolate Fetish
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The Chocolate Fetish

Hand Crafted Chocolates
Well Played Board Game Café
Food & Drink

Well Played Board Game Café

A gaming oasis offering 700+ games for all experience levels, food, drinks, and a fun atmosphere
Kathryn Adams Glass
Arts

Kathryn Adams Glass

Asheville glass artist specializing in barware, decorative items, and custom lighting
Finch Grocery
Food & Drink

Finch Grocery

A modern-day grocery for meals, drinks, and gifts
History of my Heart
Arts

History of my Heart

Sterling silver jewelry
Project 96 LLC
Arts

Project 96 LLC

Multimedia creative entrepreneur outlet showcasing my work and trade
Crazy Diamond Studio
Arts

Crazy Diamond Studio

Local AVL illustrator creating all-ages coloring books and lyric-inspired illustrations <3 To shop all coloring books, search "Crazy Diamond Coloring Books" on Amazon
Namaste in Nature
Outdoors & Wellness

Namaste in Nature

Tours & Retreats that combine Yoga + Hiking + Meditation with Mountains + Waterfalls
Mikasa Criolla
Food & Drink

Mikasa Criolla

Empanada shop located in downtown Asheville
Shakey's
Food & Drink

Shakey's

Bar/Lounge/Nightclub/Event Space
Wild Earth Crafts
Arts

Wild Earth Crafts

Handmade baskets and brooms using local, beautiful, and sustainable materials
Town Hardware & General Store
Retail

Town Hardware & General Store

Locally owned hardware & general store with a huge variety of products for the entire family
Out of the Woods Therapy
Services

Out of the Woods Therapy

Psychotherapy practice that is fiercely LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, trauma-informed and feminist-informed
RiverLink
Nonprofit

RiverLink

Nonprofit promoting the environmental and economic vitality of the French Broad River
Chai Pani
Food & Drink

Chai Pani

Indian street food in Asheville from five-time James Beard nominated chef Meherwan Irani
MountainCare
Nonprofit

MountainCare

Adult Day services for aging adults and their caregivers so they age from home
Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe
Retail

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Downtown indie bookstore and cafe uniting authors, books, and book lovers since 1982