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Hannah Suggs

Meet Hannah Suggs: ‘Helping the People Who Help the People’

As HACA’s Employee Experience Partner, Hannah Suggs supports employees at every stage of their journey, from their first interview to their final day on the job. Since joining HACA in December 2024, she has helped hire, interview, or onboard approximately 100 employees, created the organization’s new-hire orientation program, and worked to make human resources more […]

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Racing to Feed

Housing Authority to Host Racing to Feed America November 21

The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) will sponsor and host the fourth annual Racing to Feed America event at its Arthur R. Edington Education & Career Center, welcoming residents and the broader Asheville community for a Thanksgiving meal, turkey giveaway, and live music on November 21. Founded by former WNBA player and […]

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Ella Santos

Inside the November Issue of The HACA Voice

The November issue of The HACA Voice is here! This month’s feature highlights HACA President and CEO Ella Santos’ remarks at Helpmate’s Domestic Violence Vigil. Sharing her experience as a survivor, she reflects on the importance of safe housing and HACA’s efforts to help survivors rebuild their lives. You’ll also find details on the upcoming Racing to […]

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Affordable housing units

Five Things to Know About Buncombe County’s Housing and Open Space Bonds

Buncombe County voters will decide next month whether to approve $70 million in borrowing for affordable housing, land conservation, and outdoor recreation. The two bond measures follow investments voters approved in 2022. Supporters say another round of funding would sustain that work as the county recovers from Helene and addresses ongoing housing needs. Here are […]

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Affordable Housing, Explained: What Is AMI?

An apartment listing says applicants must earn “60% of AMI or less.” But what does that mean, and how do you know whether you qualify? AMI stands for area median income. It gives housing programs a local reference point for setting income limits, helping determine whom an affordable apartment or rental assistance program can serve. […]

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Geoffrey Barton of Mountain Housing Opportunities

More Homes, Fewer Barriers: A Conversation with Geoffrey Barton

Building more homes is one part of solving Western North Carolina’s housing challenges. Making housing affordable and helping people stay in their homes takes work, too. Mountain Housing Opportunities (MHO) tackles all three challenges through residential development, homeownership assistance, and essential home repairs. We spoke with President and CEO Geoffrey Barton about the cost of […]

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Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller

Inside the October HACA Voice

The October issue of The HACA Voice is here! This month’s feature introduces readers to Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller, who grew up in Lee Walker Heights. He shares how his roots in affordable housing shaped a career centered on caring for people and building community trust. You’ll also find updates on HACA’s partnership with PorchLight, encouraging […]

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Housing Authority Connects Residents With Family and Career Resources

Community Baby Shower and Career Day will bring free supplies, career opportunities, training resources, and other support directly to residents The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) will host two free events for residents in October, offering residents practical support ranging from baby essentials to career and training opportunities. HACA will host a […]

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Scott Turner, Ella Santos

Housing Authority of the City of Asheville Becomes First in North Carolina to Join U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Work & Dignity Coalition

The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) has become the first housing authority in North Carolina to join the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Work & Dignity Coalition, bringing Asheville’s perspective to a national conversation about employment, economic mobility, and long-term stability for residents receiving housing assistance. HUD launched the coalition […]

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Andy Barnett

One Step Closer to Home: A Conversation with Andy Barnett 

For many Asheville-area families, homeownership feels increasingly out of reach. High prices, limited inventory, rising interest rates, and barriers to traditional financing have left even moderate-income households with relatively few viable options. Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity works outside that conventional market by building homes, offering affordable financing, and helping existing homeowners make critical repairs. […]

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