Contact Information 381 E King St Boone, NC 28607 www.buuf.net Phone: (828)-264-4456 Agency’s Mission Statement “The Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is an intentionally diverse and tolerant group offering refuge to those searching for spiritual and intellectual growth without regard to past religious histories, personal background, and social status. Our  mission is to inspire and explore deeper spiritual and intellectual meaning evidenced in actions of integrity, compassion, and stewardship of the earth.” Agency’s Goals and Programs Offered to Clients/People Served This agency hopes to follow and implement the seven principles of the Unitarian Universalist Association. The church takes an active role in community programs for the poor, homeless, abused, minorities, and others who have experienced discrimination. It offers groups for discussion and spiritual connection, hosts various diversity/justice related event, puts on educational programs, and works collaboratively with various other organizations in the community. It also is involved with environmental activism such as stream clean ups and its own efforts to go green. Agency’s Impact on the Community It has provided a place where people can go for their own individual exploration … Continue reading →

Contact Information 200 Casey Lane, P.O. Box 1835 Boone, NC 28607 www.wataugahumanesociety.org Phone: (828)-264-7865 Fax: (828)-264-7996 Agency’s Mission Statement The Watauga Humane Society’s mission is to provide a temporary home for homeless dogs, cats and other domesticated animals; work to get as many of these animals adopted by loving families; provide low-cost opportunities to decrease the number of homeless animals; and educate the public about certain key animal issues. Agency’s Goals and Programs Offered to Clients/People Served The Watauga Humane Society’s main goal is to save abandoned or lost animals by removing them from the street and providing a temporary home. They provide the animals or “clients” with a clean place to stay, food, water and love. They raise money through donations, fundraisers, and they strive to cover the expenses. The Watauga Humane Society also offers a low-cost clinic for animals not in the Humane Society. Impact the Agency Has Made on the Community The Watauga Humane Society has had a prodigious impact on Watauga County by providing a temporary home for over a thousand animals each year. In the past five … Continue reading →