ASHEVILLE, NC - In September, Mast General Store celebrates a group of friends who move the community forward with actions that create beautiful spaces, boost our economy, tell our shared stories, and bring us all together. Mast Store Asheville will donate 10% of sales on September 12 to support the Pisgah Conservancy. Guests can RoundUP their purchases to the next dollar to provide even more support September 7-13.
Friends Day has been on Mast Store’s calendar since 2008, and this group of friends, like the Pisgah Conservancy, is a part of the mix helping our communities be more livable, interesting, and special.
“Friends Day supports people and organizations in our communities that steward, uplift, and energize efforts that improve our quality of life,” said Ryan Robinson, Mast Store’s corporate responsibility and community partnerships manager. “So much of what these groups do seemingly happens magically because their volunteers are passionate and engaged. But if they weren’t there, we would surely notice a difference in where we live.”
The Pisgah Conservancy works with the National Forest Service to support initiatives in the Pisgah Ranger District to add daily capacity, including recreation support, habitat and watershed improvement, invasive plant removal, visitor information and education, and clean up days.
“We particularly appreciate these organizations for their ability to not only engage our community members, but our staff as well. As an employee-owned business, engaging staff in these efforts helps preserve the essence of a community general store,” shared Robinson.
Stop by on Friends Day to learn more about Mast Store’s partners and how to get more involved with projects that interest you.
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