About us

Healthy Yancey began in 2000 with a few steering committee members and has evolved into a partnership of concerned citizens working together to improve the quality of health in Yancey County. One of the most essential components of Healthy Yancey is the involvement of local citizens in the process of assessing health needs and developing community-identified solutions. Currently, Healthy Yancey is being funded by Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, and the Governor's Task Force for Healthy Carolinians.

Past projects where Healthy Yancey has either led or significantly contributed to:

Community Health Assessments (2000, 2005)
Town of Burnsville Pedestrian Plan (2006)
Kid Mountain (2001)
Ray-Cort Skate Park construction (2004)
Ray-Cort Park renovation (2007)
Ray-Cort Park Walking Trail (2005)
Old Burnsville Gym renovation (2008)
Project Live Active in Yancey (PLAY) (2007-2009)
Yancey County Health Resource Guide
Volunteer Outreach of Yancey County

Healthy Carolinians is a statewide network of partnerships that address health and safety issues at the community level. Community members, agencies, health advisory groups, and service providers come together to collect and organize resources around a shared vision. The primary focus is to improve health by making the best use of limited local resources through a group effort. The benefits are that a healthier future is built for you, your family, and your friends and neighbors.