WNC Communities is the result of the merger of the two oldest community development organizations in Western North Carolina.
For over 60 years, two community development groups (Western North Carolina Associated Communities and Western North Carolina Development Association) successfully worked to benefit communities across the mountains through parallel efforts. The consolidated organization works to more efficiently serve the needs of communities across the region.
The merged entity became what is now known as WNC Communities. Supporting community development and agriculture initiatives across Western North Carolina are primary goals of the organization.
WNC Communities is dedicated to providing a unique forum for leaders in the mountain region of North Carolina to convene, collaborate and carry out innovative programs to improve the quality of life for rural communities and enhance the economy of the agriculture sector.
