ABCCM addresses poverty, hunger, homelessness and access to health care for the underserved in Buncombe County, serving 21,764, or one in 12 persons in 2019. We accomplish this through these ministries: Crisis Ministry, Jail Ministry, Veterans Restoration Quarters, Steadfast House, Medical Ministry and Veteran Services of the Carolinas. While responding to meet emergency needs, we develop strategic plans to address root causes of poverty, take steps to achieve independent living skills and restore lives in the community. Generously supported by more than 289 churches of all denominations and 6,100 trained volunteers, we provide emergency assistance to anyone in need, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or disability.