Our Mission

We are a 501c3 Non-Profit dedicated to educating people on the efficacy of Chinese medicine by removing financial, cultural and educational barriers to patients access to acupuncture, herbs and preventative care. Our aim is to introduce the health benefits of eastern medicine through free acupuncture, herbal medicine, lifestyle and nutritional counseling while breaking down barriers hindering marginalized and underserved communities including people of color, lgbtq+, senior citizens, students and those suffering from trauma and addiction.  AIF believes in the full scope of Chinese medicine and how it can help keep our communities healthy and thriving.

Why is AIF Needed

  • North Carolina’s uninsured rate is 20.3% which is significantly higher than the national average making it the 9th highest uninsured state in the nation.

  • Despite having insurance coverage, individuals may still face the challenge of exorbitantly high deductibles, coupled with limited access to preventive and holistic healthcare options. Furthermore, there is an insufficient awareness and exposure on the benefits of this whole medical system.

  • Buncombe county's median household income falls below state benchmarks, exacerbating the inaccessibility of acupuncture for those in need.

  • You add in an opioid crisis, mental health crisis, an increase in poor overall health and chronic conditions, lack of affordable housing and inhumane immigration policies, has led to an unimaginable healthcare crisis in our country.

  • Acupuncture Impact Foundation is seeking to change the system by not only providing free acupuncture, herbal medicine and holistic education, but also reimagining what healthcare can be. Wellness that encompasses prevention, education, mindfulness, and addressing the causes of disease. And this quality of healthcare should never be tiered based on your economic status.

  • What sets Acupuncture Impact Foundation (AIF), apart is:

    • The body is more receptive to healing when the mind, nervous system and spirit are at ease. All acupuncture treatment rooms are provided in private treatment rooms, designed with intention, featuring aromatherapy, quality linens, table warmers, and infrared heat lamps, creating an atmosphere of warm hospitality where wellness flourishes.

    • Our commitment to providing complimentary herbal remedies with all our treatments. The power of herbal medicine sustains and reinforces the benefits of acupuncture, promoting continuous balance within the body. Whether internal or external, these herbs are offered free of charge, ensuring that our patients have access to holistic care that extends beyond the treatment room. By integrating herbal remedies into our approach, we not only support ongoing wellness but also empower individuals to take an active role in their healing journey.

Zero-Cost Sundays

Our Zero-Cost Sundays offer acupuncture treatments in a private, serene setting, providing the same exceptional care as any paid service. We believe that healing is most effective in an environment that is warm, welcoming, and centered on individualized attention. Our treatments include a range of adjunct techniques, such as cupping, moxibustion, essential oils, as well as herbal medicine, including both internal herbs and topical liniments. We are committed to ensuring that EVERYONE receives the highest quality care, regardless of financial or cultural boundaries. Each session is 50 minutes, thoughtfully curated to meet your unique needs.

Interested in Sponsoring a Zero Cost Sunday or donating?

This is where we are starting…want to learn where we are going?

MOBILE CLINIC

Our dream project is to outfit a Mobile Acupuncture Clinic that we can take to the communities we want to serve. Going mobile, we would be able to expand our impact. We'd be able to reach more people who might not have the ability to come to us. We could also travel to areas affected by disaster, where people are experiencing enormous stress.

BRICK + MORTAR

Since our for-profit business provides acupuncture services six days of the week, we currently provide care on Sundays for free, but would love to acquire a building specifically for Acupuncture Impact Foundation to provide Free Acupuncture 7 days a week!

Our Zero Cost Services

  • Acupuncture

  • Herbal Medicine

  • Nutritional Therapy

  • Cupping + Gua Sha + Moxa

  • Massage

  • LED Light Therapy

  • Community

  • Lifestyle Counseling

Support Our Work

Support our mission by donating today – your generosity enables us to provide hope, healing, and relief to underserved communities around Western North Carolina. Together, we can create a brighter, healthier future for all.

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UPCOMING EVENts

UPCOMING EVENts

January 28th Service Industry Peeps

February 18th. 65+

March 10th Open to all

July 13th LGBTQ + LATIN X

August 17th LGBTQ + LATIN X

SEPT TBA LGBTQ + LATIN X

Past Events

Past Events

April 7th Addiction

A Space for Healing and Safety

For the next few months, our Zero-Cost Sundays will be dedicated to our LGBTQ+ and Latinx communities—two communities that are being actively targeted right now. These sessions will be by appointment only and not open to the general public, with new safety protocols in place to help everyone feel secure, held, and at ease.

We’re here for you. We see you. We love you.
Come get some free acupuncture and herbs and let your nervous system exhale.

May 12th LatinX

June 9th Cheers Queers

July 14th BIPOC

August 18th School Teachers

SWANNANOA HELENE RECOVERY SUNDAYS October 24-June25

September 8th Teenagers

Get in touch

Have ideas, want to volunteer or just want to say hi? We would love to hear from you!